The three little chickens are now 15 weeks old. I decided it was high time they received names. They didn’t even get temporary names this time, partly because there were only three of them, but mostly because I was nervous that something would happen to them, owing to the fate of their poorly hatchmates early … More In Which The Little Chickens Get Names
When you wake up to the sound of rain, knowing you finished mowing the lawns and mulching a pruning mountain yesterday, it’s a great feeling. Checking the weather forecast is a key part of country life. I like to maximise fine days by getting outdoor tasks done and plan indoor tasks and shopping trips for … More Mowing And Mulching
At last, the painting of the front door is over! I didn’t think it would take so long. That is always the way with a small child on the loose. It has been an interesting juggling act. As I was finishing up tidying around the edges of the glass panes, I looked up to see yet … More Doors And Dirt
The Door At the moment, it’s all about the door. I finally got onto painting the future front door. It’s been waiting for a wee while. But it has been very difficult to get enough child-free time in which to paint it. Small children and paint don’t mix well. Or they mix a little TOO … More It’s All About The Door
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