Absence……..

So so sorry not been blogging for a while. I’ve retired and thought there would be so much more time to do this but there are so many things to do, places to go.  I think I am so worried about what may happen that I’m trying to cram everything in.  I need to go…

Scorching

Can’t believe it’s so warm here. The weather is wonderful and the garden is looking gorgeous. The summer flowers are still in their early stages but promising much.  This is our 1st summer in this garden and new plants keep appearing unexpectedly.  All vying for space and recognition. The wisteria is amazing – the bees…

All Aboard

We had to wait for the ferry because our coach was late getting to Dover but the sun was out the sky was clear & crystal blue and there is plenty to see in the port.  Also it meant I was putting off going to sea ha! No problem getting on the boat (?ship) just…

Terrible traveller

So we decided to go to Italy…. Last year in the middle of a traumatic house move (more to come later) we decided to go to Tuscany.  My husband won’t fly – he’s terrified and before you say anything I have tried!  there’s no persuading him, so we travel abroad by coach or train.  Nothing…

Just back from Italy

Hello Just back from an amazing holiday in Tuscany.  Never been to Italy before and it was bliss. Wandering from Piazzo to Piazzo, down side streets, drinking cappucino in a street cafe and watching the world go by. Listening to the hubbub of everyday life. Italians are so animated, expressive gestures in every conversation………..