Category: Outdoors

To infinity and beyond?

Happy Saturday to you!  Oh, it’s been a busy week and I woke up early to finish writing this post … there’s something about the early morning that’s so very calm and I am...

Signs of spring

Hello to you, I hope you’ve had a lovely week!  It’s Saturday afternoon and the sun is shining, and it is most definitely warmer than it has been for a while.  The birds are...

Two colorful knitted socks with geometric patterns in orange, red, and black are displayed on mannequin feet. A ball of matching yarn sits nearby.

Just an ordinary Friday!

I’ve given this week’s post that title because for the last few weeks, it’s been the Winter Haven KAL (knit-along) for 2025 and the Friday posts have been all about cosy knitting spaces and...

A tabby and white cat with her paws on a table looks rather menacingly at the camera

Good evening, Mr Bond …

Happy New Year! Whether the last week has been a celebration for you or not, I hope you were warm and safe and surrounded by people who love you – and hope that 2025...

A woodland path covered in autumn leaves on a misty morning

Giving thanks

Are you ready for lots of photos?  We’re nearly at the end of November and I’ve still got so much to show you from this month! We don’t have Thanksgiving in the UK as...

A view across a busy square to Christmas market stalls light up with lights. A huge windmill is on the roof of the stalls.

Birmingham Christmas Market 2024

This time last weekend, I was in Birmingham catching up with another of my best friends whom I haven’t seen for a few years.  I’ve done my best to persuade my closest friends that...