The first week of summer here, as often is the case it was cooler, wet and windy. A break in the weather, a chance for some quick photos , taken at the storage area where John stores and works on his cars. It is also where both his and our sons kayaks are stored and as a trip was planned…
Last weekend my sister and I took a drive to visit a fascinating private garden. The garden at Kaydale Lodge was created on rocky farm land more than thirty years ago . The gardens are very much a family affair, with two daughters now working alongside their parents to weave their magic with a landscape of colour, their artistic touches …
A dinner date with my husband, John, to our favourite special occasion restaurant and a sudden drop in temperatures made me rethink my original choice of outfit. After a quick wardrobe check, I settled on this black and white jacket , bustier and long flowing skirt. The last time I wore this outfit was to my nephews wedding some time…
It is that time of the year again, tomorrow marks another year older for me. I have no fear of ageing , I plan to embrace the wisdom that comes with the passage of time. Part of the wisdom is to accept the passage that life takes us on, even if the road is never as smooth as we hope.…
Two very different passions, a love of roses and also a love of shoes. My roses are now in full bloom filling the air with their intoxicating scent. Most of my roses are heritage roses. Not only do I love their beauty and perfume, the history behind each one is for me fascinating. Taking in the fragrance of one of…
