As a rule, I start to feel gloomy when the clocks go back. This year, I remain chipper because of my fabulous new ’shed’. I finally have a proper design studio*, rather than a weeny desk in the corner of our bedroom. I might just move out there, it’s sooo wonderful. There’s a photo tour below for your delectation! (*Correct pronunciation: “Stu-stu-studio” ala… Read more →
Month: November 2019
“Hello, Mr Bum Juice!” :: Tales Of A Professional Gardener
I was clearing leaves from a client’s border, ready for bulb planting, when a little blond boy’s head popped over the neighbours’ fence, and he said “Hey!” Me: Hello. Have you had a good morning? Boy: Yes. Me: What are you standing on? Boy: *pause* … uh, a fence. Me: What have you been doing this morning? Boy: Playing with… Read more →