Monthly Archives: October 2018

Tulips from the Eden Project

Posted on October 31, 2018 by Helen

After a change in my timetable, I realised I could have a day off work today so that amongst other things I could have some unexpected time with my daughter, with it being half term. It also meant I could … Continue reading →

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An explosion of autumn

Posted on October 30, 2018 by Helen

In spite of weather reports forecasting subzero temperatures, when we got home yesterday, the nasturtiums were still going strong. However, there is no doubt autumn has arrived. The first photo was taken in the Belton Estate, near Grantham. We had … Continue reading →

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The case of a missing lunch bag

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Helen

Whilst crocheting on the bus this morning, the ball of wool decided to leap off my lap and roll under the seat on the other side of the aisle. Then as the occupants of that seat reached down to retrieve … Continue reading →

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Heath

Posted on October 21, 2018 by Helen

As it has been dry and reasonably warm over the last few days, it seemed an appropriate time to finish off the fence-painting. Except, inevitably, I realised the new fence could do with a third coat, so the job isn’t … Continue reading →

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Nettles for trees

Posted on October 20, 2018 by Helen

An event is happening tomorrow which I dearly wish I could go to: The Tree Conference 2018, in Frome, Somerset. However, I’ve found out too late and it’s too far away. Still, it is good to know about these things. … Continue reading →

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Upcycling with the WI

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Helen

My sister has long been a member of the Women’s Institute but I had never thought of it as an organisation that would be of interest to me. That is, until one of the members of my Knit and Natter … Continue reading →

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Wonderful things in small packages

Posted on October 15, 2018 by Helen

On Friday, I picked two butternut squash, which were small but most welcome. Then clearing up the vibes yesterday, I discovered another two, which were even smaller but still most welcome. At Old Sleningford Farm, their squash seem to get … Continue reading →

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Now you see me, now you don’t!

Posted on October 14, 2018 by Helen

My neighbours are no doubt wondering why I chose today of all days to do two hours work in the garden. It is cold and raining – usually the way when I want to turn the compost heap. Unusually, I … Continue reading →

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From radio interviews to ground elder

Posted on October 12, 2018 by Helen

Yesterday afternoon, I got a call from a BBC radio producer asking if I would mind being interviewed for one of their programmes (it isn’t to do with gardening or use of buses etc). The upshot is that this lunchtime … Continue reading →

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On the buses again

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Helen

Yesterday, there was a bit of a shock to the system. As well as some disappointment because I had thought travelling to work on public transport would have meant less wear and tear on my vehicle. However, the car failed … Continue reading →

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