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Winter in the outback

Last time I called in to this space I was talking about my apricot jam recipe. Now my apricot tree is completely bare and it is cold out…

• July 23, 2021
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Steady Days And Soup

While world news continues to be more alarming each day, I feel very grateful that life at home has felt mostly steady and productive. We haven’t…

• June 14, 2020
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Fires and Frosts

If you looked through the most recent photos on my camera you may think that life has been all campfires and outdoor picnics.  It hasn’t all been leisurely lunches…

• June 24, 2018
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Winter, taking stock

Winter has arrived with a sudden drop in temperatures, frosty mornings and a full program of farming, schooling and family commitments.  The days are short, the nights are long…

• June 8, 2017
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Life in the winter light

Our landscape has changed so much in the past few weeks.  The earth is damp and muddy and the grass is
green and dripping with moisture.

The days are short and…

• June 19, 2016
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Winter rhythm

As the years roll by winter is slowly becoming my favourite season.  The light is gentle, the days are shorter and it is easy to find an excuse to…

• June 18, 2015
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