Growing
2012 was my year that didn’t happen. A combination of circumstances and mood meant I achieved very little all year. It bummed me out until I just accepted it, and in comparison 2013 has been chipper and wonderfully productive. I did a lot of embroidery and other hand-sewing in January and February – an combination [...]
Since deciding to have a ‘less is more’ approach this year (and being further encouraged on that path by seeds rotting in the soil and later by slugs), I’ve not felt overwhelmed by the garden this year and it’s given me the mental space to make bigger picture/longer term plans too. Both good things. I [...]
We’re trying to return to normality after a fortnight of poorliness – and I’m feeling very aware that time is marching on in the garden. Things I need to do ASAP: Plant the six soft fruit bushes I bought from Aldi just before I got ill. Last year’s Aldi bushes are doing well so I [...]




