August has been hot and dry. Rain showers have passed to the north of us and to the south of us but we remain parched. The trees must be able to reach lower damper soil with their roots but even they are tiring. The leaves are starting to change to autumn colour because of the … Continue reading
We were having a coffee on the patio when my husband glanced up and said “What’s that on the rose branch?” I did not immediately see anything but then I noticed our couleuvre (Hierophis viridiflavus) draped over the branch, so I ran inside for the camera before she could slide of. I think it must be … Continue reading
It is still glacial; I am still drawn towards my warm place near the log fire, watching my frozen garden like a stranger, not quite recognising it as mine. It was -12 C this morning, one degree warmer than yesterday. Should I take this as a good sign? The weather forecast predicts warmer temperatures for … Continue reading
