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Category Archives: Country Living

On my walk this morning…

… absentee ducks, greedy caterpillars and blustery winds. Those very hungry caterpillars have been at my cabbages again, creating lace-like leaves on their way (it seems even coffee grounds don’t affect their appetites). No ducks this morning sadly, no doubt they were being sensible, staying warm indoors.

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Pumpkin patches, pints and a pair of comfy slippers

I’ve been a little lax of late, so have lots to catch up on.  To start us off, today saw Mr C and I pay a visit to the Balloon Tree Farm Shop.  There were pumpkins, pumpkins everywhere, as far as the eye could see.  On trailers, carts, in fields, in baskets, along paths, you…

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Just As It Should Be

The weekend began with a ring at the door & the arrival of some of our wedding gifts. We then proceeded to rip open the box and the packaging within as though it were Christmas morning. The taste of a frothy, strong latte was all the more fantastic for it being made in our own…

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A Very Blustery Day

In my infinite wisdom, I decided to take today as holiday and have spent much of it facing down gale force winds. But, thankfully there have also been moments of lovely autumn sunshine. Another benefit (or perhaps that should be danger!) of having a day off on a blustery day is having time to sit in the…

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