spring
Posted in fauna & flora, ordinary joys on Sep 7th, 2009 No Comments »
Yesterday, I noticed that the gardenia out on the balcony has miraculously survived both the winter and my neglect and is covered in tiny buds. That makes me very happy.
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the arrival
Posted in fauna & flora on Aug 8th, 2009 1 Comment »
The first railway freesia was spotted yesterday. That’s how I usually mark the arrival of Spring. There are the bright yellow wattles of course, and later the delicate pink blossom trees. But for me, it’s the creamy fragrant railway freesia. I love this time of year. Pregnant with hope and possibilities. *sigh*
hopping mice
Posted in fauna & flora, family & friends on Mar 1st, 2009 2 Comments »
I’ve wanted a pet for a long time. A dog would be nice but impossible when you’re living in a unit. So I have to be satisfied with the native myna birds, lorrikeets, and cockatoos that fly around here. Then today Jane and I made a delightful discovery. As we were sitting outside enjoying a […]
number three
Posted in fauna & flora on Dec 27th, 2008 No Comments »
That makes number three in as many weeks. Three bloody Redback Spiders. Never had any trouble with them before now. Spotted the latest one about 15 minutes ago out on the balcony, while eating lunch and watching a small skink skittering along. He ventured into a web, became a bit stuck, and the wriggling prompted […]
balcony farming
Posted in fauna & flora, health & wellbeing, simple living, food on Sep 5th, 2008 1 Comment »
Rich, dark, moist soil smells great. Planning and setting up a small vege pot plot on the balcony space and getting my hands dirty - literally - is very satisfying. Potting pots, assembling cane tripods, digging and scratching in the soil, planting and watering plants. Good, engaging, calming work. So far there are some herbs, […]
big sky country
Posted in fauna & flora, ordinary joys, family & friends, god, faith & spirit on Mar 25th, 2008 2 Comments »
Finally got myself packed and in the car around 2.30pm Thursday. Popped into Woolies on the way to get some nibbles, then drove on to the M4 and eventually the Great Western Highway. Stopped in Lithgow for a latte and a wander down the main street. Checked out the local bookstore. The weekend was off […]