It's been three weeks today since I got home. 3! I miss New York. I miss it's pizza. I miss all it's alone time. I miss it's endless glasses of wine. And summery weather. But most of all, I think I miss my friend Mrs Woog. We really had such a wonderful time together - so much fun - and laughing. … [Read more...]
Around the grounds: End of winter
August 27, 2012 by 16 Comments
It's just there. Within reach. You can even get an occasional smell of it. I can almost feel it underfoot. Oh Spring, I'm so looking forward to you arriving! My Daphne (all three bushes of it) are in full bloom and they smell AH-MAZING. I have little bottles filled with stems next to every one's … [Read more...]
Over the Back Fence {S2 Episode 5}
August 27, 2012 by 1 Comment
This week Neighbour and I brave the wind to talk super women, naming babies, spinach cobs and peeling shellac. Have a listen below: Or you can download/subscribe through Itunes here:Quick note: we will not have an episode next week but will be back bigger than ever after that! Sorry about that...x … [Read more...]
Vegetarian pie aka: SMUG PIE
August 24, 2012 by 28 Comments
I've had one of those morning's where I was in and out of the car a gazillion times. Stop here, pick up that. Go there, drop off that. All those annoying jobs that I've putting off for weeks all rolled into one morning. That's the thing with leftover jobs - they are annoying for a reason - but the … [Read more...]
Solving the Big Issues: Clean your act up
August 23, 2012 by 91 Comments
One of the most asked questions I get, besides "how can one person be so awesome?" ahem, is about my floors. And what I clean them with. And other such cleaning questions. RIVETING! I know. I am actually that interesting! So today I thought I would tackle house work. Now, if housework makes you … [Read more...]
It takes a Village
August 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
How's the balmy weather? It's almost 18 degrees here this morning - I'm all confused...?!Needless to say I ended up blogging at the wrong blog. Today I'm over at Bianca's blog.I'll find my way back once this weather sorts itself out. Shouldn't be long by the looks of those dark, grey clouds over … [Read more...]
Pressing matters
August 20, 2012 by 48 Comments
So many important things to cover off, best I use some form of bullet point/numbering system for efficiency.1. Calling all GARDENERS/people knowledgeable in matters of the garden...I have a question for you. My garden is filled with the prettiest of flowers at the moment - the humble Hellebore … [Read more...]
Over the Back Fence {S2 Episode 4}
August 20, 2012 by 3 Comments
This week Neighbour and I discuss sexy kids clothes, Puberty Blues, bra algorithms, genetic memory and weddings. A lot really!You can listen to it here: Or you can download/subscribe to it through Itunes here: … [Read more...]
A BabyMac Spring Garden Party
August 19, 2012 by 50 Comments
Having people over for a meal prepared my me, myself and I is one of my very favourite things to do. Thinking about the people coming over, a menu, the wine and setting are just the added extras, but taking the time to make something that I know people will enjoy just fills me up.Today was a Spring … [Read more...]
A Spring soirée {in Winter}
August 18, 2012 by 18 Comments
It is REALLY cold here at the moment. Windy too, which just pisses me off and makes me edgy. One of my huge pots out the front with a camellia in it smashed yesterday in the wind which REALLY made me cranky (I think this is the 4th pot I have gone through) and I just generally feel uneasy when it's … [Read more...]
Birthday: The recap
August 16, 2012 by 23 Comments
Birthdays are usually a big deal for me. I get all worked up and the disappointed and I never really end up enjoying them. It's weird, but that's OK because I am. Yesterday was different though. Who knows why? Maybe I am growing up? I actually forgot it was my Birthday until Daisy stumbled in and … [Read more...]
Life at 35
August 15, 2012 by 96 Comments
The Daphne is in full bud, just waiting for some warmth and sunshine to open the blooms and perfume the entire side of the house. The days are getting longer and a little warmer with green leaves just waiting to pop on every branch in the garden. You can feel spring under the earth, the movement and … [Read more...]
Am I a co-sleeper? Or just lazy?
August 14, 2012 by 74 Comments
I'm calling it. I reckon it has been a year since our youngest has been sleeping badly. Actually, since we have all been sleeping badly. It's funny how a year just comes up on you doesn't it?You see the thing was, she started sleeping badly which over the space of a few months became really badly … [Read more...]
Over the Back Fence {S2 Episode 3}
August 14, 2012 by 1 Comment
This week I am back to talk to neighbour and Col about New York, drivel, New York, famous people before they were famous, New York, drivel and then some...DRIVEL!You can listen to it here: Or download/subscribe to Over the Back Fence on iTunes here: … [Read more...]
Just call me Bev: Slow cooked lamb shoulder
August 12, 2012 by 38 Comments
I had never cooked a lamb shoulder before Saturday night but it was something I had been wanting to do for ages. The version I had at Chiswick was amazing - that slow cooked flavour that you get from it is something else! I will tinker with this a little I'm sure - maybe less time, maybe add some … [Read more...]
Winner! Winner! Anthro dinner! OK cups.
August 12, 2012 by 3 Comments
396.That's how many people wanted these cups. I don't blame you. I'm KICKING myself that I didn't get two sets. So who is the lucky one?Number 248. That's who.And who's that? Sweet Mama M. That's who.Sweet Mama M email me your addy and I'll pop them in the post to you this week. LUCKY DUCK! … [Read more...]
Saturday night’s alright
August 11, 2012 by 69 Comments
It was cold here last night. A freezing wind blew all day which hurt your ears and your lungs. In the evening the drizzle came in and settled for the night quietly tapping away on the tin roof.We had some friends over for dinner for a long overdue catch up.Thankfully it was warm inside.The girls … [Read more...]
Jasper Knight: London 1956
August 11, 2012 by 22 Comments
Have you ever gone and bought yourself something as a pat on the back? A go Pookie! Look at you! Here, have this - well done! No?Well, I did. A few months back. I have an unabashed love for paintings. For artwork. From some of my own stuff I've done, to what the girls do, local artists and friends … [Read more...]
Six
August 10, 2012 by 400 Comments
You know what happened when I was away? My blog turned 6.I knew it when it happened and even raised a glass with Mrs Woog in it's honour, but I just forgot to blog about it. Ironic really.Most years I try and pull together a giveaway for you guys, to thank you for coming here most days and having a … [Read more...]
Selfie Central
August 9, 2012 by 47 Comments
Alternate title #1: Shit I bought in New York Alternate title #2: What my extra 21.4kg's of baggage was made up of Alternate title #3: Bloggers are weird Because I keep being asked I thought I better do some sharing on the stuff that I bought. This doesn't cover it all, but it's a start. It was … [Read more...]
