This was in 2021. The Blaue Hut (“blue hat”) turned up with a netted dress one day. Before and after: We all liked the old look better. But the structure was becoming unstable. After 900 years it is allowed to be in need of a little care, I … Continue reading Change For the Better
Hurrah! Henry is back Home! Our cat left so early that he avoided New Year’s Eve curfew. When the shhh-zing-bang-blast action started as early as 7pm – notwithstanding the odd BLAM even earlier – he didn’t come home. We were duly worried the longer the night progressed … Continue reading 3H for the New Year!
Obviously, if you know my surname, I’m partial to wool and knitting. The tools. The result. The worker. Ragtag Daily Prompt: Knit PS: The doll has been crocheted but its clothes have been knitted.
Made you look!! Ragtag Daily Prompt: Looking Back
Ragtag Daily Prompt: Arctic
It’s undeniable that a foot belongs at the end of a leg. The end of a leg is a given. What the feet wear is open to debate. They might wear a shoe, with or without a sock, with or without a message. However, I strongly … Continue reading Foot and Feet
Ragtag Daily Prompt: Quirky
No sh…! A raconteur needs an audience by definition. Ragtag Daily Prompt: Raconteur
When I think of succulents my mind turns towards exotic plants like cacti and particularly the succulents found in the South African Karoo (apparently one third of all succulents species). But – the common house leek found on any old roof around here and on walls … Continue reading House Leek
we had holiday cheer! And Santa came to visit even on the outskirts of the Rub’ al Khali – to the delight of all the children. At least, it was like that twenty-five years ago. And I hope you all are having a wonderful time for the … Continue reading Even in the Desert
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