Hello everyone Well the rain is tipping down this morning, so I have a chance to get an update out to you all. The last couple of weeks it has been grandchildren and gardening as well as work! The saskatoon Continue reading Saturday 25th July 2020→

Well the progress towards lifting the lockdown continues but, of course, with that comes more changes to the ‘rules’. The most notable is the facemask wearing. A lot has been written and discussed about this and what is the most Continue reading Friday 10th July→

It is a rainy Saturday and a bit on the cool side but I was certainly warmed up to receive this letter in the post from Stephen Leckie, Lord-Lieutenant for Perth & Kinross. It is recognition of all the hard Continue reading Saturday 4th July 2020→

Well the weather has certainly changed! Of course, it is school holidays – not that we might notice a huge difference this year. It is really good to hear and see that the parks and zoos are reopening and so Continue reading Sunday 28th June 2020→

This week we had more news of the restrictions being lifted, especially for those that have been shielding category or in self isolation. We are now learning new terms like ‘bubbles’ and getting an understanding of physical distancing. Who knew??? Continue reading Saturday 20th June 2020→

The sun has come back out again today which is very welcome. I have planted out the final vegetables in the garden and they are all netted and protected against the Kettins wildlife! Whether I am successful or not, time Continue reading Thursday 11th June 2020→

Another week goes by!  Hopefully the restrictions will continue to lift and we can meet more of our families and friends, of course the sunny warm weather has now deserted us. The attached poster is really helpful to explain some Continue reading Thursday 4th June→

The weeks have rolled by and the sun has continued to shine! Our to do lists are done and our houses and gardens are all tidy….. well that’s the theory! For some people it has been a really hard time Continue reading Thursday 28th May 2020→

Hello everyone. What a beautiful day it has been. The flowers are getting planted out in the garden and even the hanging baskets are now in place. Let’s hope for no more chilly nights! The Scottish Government has announced some Continue reading Thursday 21st May 2020→

Well another week goes by! The garden tidying and catching up with the chores goes on. Not sure what we do when these are all done! This week we have had a couple of frosty nights. All the delicate plants Continue reading Thursday 14th May 2020→

Another week goes by! It is week 7 or 8??? We might be getting some good news about lockdown – so fingers crossed. My cycling distance increases and this week we were around Campmuir with lots of rainbows in the Continue reading Thursday 7th May 2020→

Another week goes by. I discover that my new found skill and enthusiasm for cycling is a fair weather hobby! After all the good weather, we do need some rain. The garden is looking great but rain will just help Continue reading Thursday 30th April 2020→

I hope you are all well and keeping safe. We have been out walking and cycling! Something (cycling) that we have not done for years, but the weather is nice and it has been fun. A few wobbles along the Continue reading Thursday 23rd April→

That’s us at the 4 week mark! How are you all doing? Walking, gardening, cycling, DIY. Remember if you are out walking, please be aware that it is a busy time for farmers keep to social distancing rules and take Continue reading Thursday 16th April 2020→

Hello everyone How is everyone getting on? More news and updates for you all. New this edition are beer, ice cream, cheese, venison and bread. Happy shopping. The number of people offering ideas of what we should include in the Continue reading Thursday 9th April→