SUBURBIA 2012 – A SNAP SHOT

I thought I would do a post on my observations in the garden yesterday.It started with a somewhat disgruntled decision to purchase some compost for putting on the back garden bed so that I could at least plant some winter plants in something other than the sandy soil which I am hoping to transform into … Continue reading SUBURBIA 2012 – A SNAP SHOT →

Who is accountable for my food? I AM.

I had a thought in the garden the other day. I was musing about growing edible plants and why I was bothering. What is driving me to do it? Almost instantly I had a somewhat satisfactory answer leap across my mind.I AM RESPONSIBLE.I am responsible for my food on so many levels. Where I get … Continue reading Who is accountable for my food? I AM. →

Reducing Pollution

I've had a bit of time to look at things from a new perception recently and I realise that there is a lot of pollution around us.I am fortunate enough to live in a house without a television. It's not the first time and I have to admit that I really do not miss it … Continue reading Reducing Pollution →

A Moment in the Garden

Jaz and the new little ones feeding on grape vine leaves. A lovely treat for all. The little ones have settled in really well and Maiki and Jaz have adopted them as their own it seems. Three mums!

Baby Turtledove

This little Laughing Turtledove was visiting the garden on the weekend. We really don't get that many doves here - yet strangely enough the can be seen across the road regularly. They may however have come over to nest in the trees. This little one was quite charming and friendly until one of the roosters … Continue reading Baby Turtledove →