Some courgettes
I didn’t go to the allotment last weekend and this is what happened. The kids were devastated (they hate courgettes). So we kept a small selection and put the rest … Continue reading Some courgettes
Category: Journal
Cambus O’May Suspension Bridge
The kids and I went to the Cambus O’May suspension bridge today. Ben is snowed under with work and couldn’t join us unfortunately. The bridge reopened in April this year … Continue reading Cambus O’May Suspension Bridge
Cat in a backpack
This week we got a cat backpack for Victoria. I’ve had a carry case for her since she was a kitten but it’s quite flimsy and difficult to carry any … Continue reading Cat in a backpack
Gazpacho
I still have lots of tomatoes from the greenhouse as well as cucumbers so tonight for dinner I blitzed them all up into gazpacho. The kids were not impressed when … Continue reading Gazpacho
Blackberry crumble
Wild blackberries are ripe for the picking all over the place right now. Locally they’re known as brambles. Ben went for a walk yesterday along the river and came home … Continue reading Blackberry crumble
Online schooling
The kids have been attending a 100% online school now for about 18 months and overall it has been great. They go to My Online Schooling which is based in … Continue reading Online schooling
Another year, another birthday
It was my birthday yesterday. I’m 46 and edging ever closer to half a century. But I’m in great health, indeed I feel healthier than I’ve ever been, and happier … Continue reading Another year, another birthday
More wasp mishaps, When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit, and some good news
I inadvertently disturbed a wasp’s nest in the compost heap at the allotment today. Someone told me a couple of weeks ago there was a wasp’s nest in my compost … Continue reading More wasp mishaps, When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit, and some good news
Summer bounty
I’ve got a lovely thistle in the garden that’s blooming right now and bees love it. Isn’t this much nicer than featureless paving stones and grass? It’s supporting the bee … Continue reading Summer bounty
Plums into jam
We have a Victoria plum tree and this year it has been particularly productive so I’ve been making plum jam.
Is it fair to blame a charity worker for the government’s bungled Afghan withdrawal?
The rescue of 200 cats and dogs from Afghanistan has produced lots of incorrect media reports. Much reporting has been very good but there have been a few articles I’ve … Continue reading Is it fair to blame a charity worker for the government’s bungled Afghan withdrawal?
Sunday diary: good food and wild swimming
Today started at around 2am with the cat meowing at me. She wanted to go outside but we don’t let her out at night and usually she’s very happy with … Continue reading Sunday diary: good food and wild swimming
People who make the world a better place
In his book, Do No Evil, Michael Berumen writes that ethical judgements are universal and apply just as much to business as to any other social venue. He argues that … Continue reading People who make the world a better place
Sunday walk at Crathes Castle
We haven’t been for walk in the country for a while. Saturdays are busy again with Highland Dance and Sundays is allotment day. Late this afternoon we decided to head … Continue reading Sunday walk at Crathes Castle
Escaping Afghanistan with 200 dogs and cats
I have been more than a little moved over the past 24 – 48 hours by the plight of Pen Farthing and the Nowzad animal rescue team in Afghanistan. They … Continue reading Escaping Afghanistan with 200 dogs and cats
Vintage 1960s dress
My latest addition to the vintage clothing collection is this gorgeous 1960s velvet dress with organza ruffling and a plunging neckline. It is really long and goes right to the … Continue reading Vintage 1960s dress
The wasp and the sticky bun
I had an encounter with the local wildlife on the weekend: a wasp stung me on my lip. It was not a particularly nice experience. I blame the cinnamon bun. … Continue reading The wasp and the sticky bun
Victoria gives Yora’s insect-based cat food the paws-up
A third UK pet food manufacturer has released an insect-based cat food this year. Yora has been making insect-based dog food for a little while but the cat food was … Continue reading Victoria gives Yora’s insect-based cat food the paws-up
Refillosophy
Refilleries are popping up everywhere in Aberdeen; soon we’ll need two hands to count them all. A refillery is a type of grocery store that allows you to refill containers … Continue reading Refillosophy
Exclusively Highlands
Last Sunday we went to the Exclusively Highlands art, craft, and food fair at Kincardine Castle. This market travels around Scotland and sells exclusively locally made goods which is why … Continue reading Exclusively Highlands
