It's been a while ..

It’s been a while since the last entry..

Not too much to blog this time, as I’ve just been so very busy every week – and the work continues (which is good). Also, most days presents different work and challenges which is also good as doing the same activity could get tedious and lead to some repetitive strain injuries. Some people have asked what I’m going to do in the winter.. gardening of course – weather permitting. The winter months actually lend themselves to doing garden border work, sorting out some shrubs and preparing borders for next year. Also, there is trellis, fencing etc maintenance and even the occasional lawn mow if needs be. Obviously I’m expecting things to quieten down, but I’m intending to concentrate on the gardening business first. There is loads of home (work) to do, such as decorating [3 rooms], patio fixing, garage sorting for starters.

The weather has been kind most days; though one day after 2.5 hours in the pouring rain even the waterproof jacket gave in. (note to self, must get a more suitable model..). It’s just getting a little cooler first thing in the mornings, but some times during the day, in a sheltered corner, the sunshine can still be very warm and pleasant. Trying to fend off my first cold of the year; typical sore throat, cough and start of a runny nose. Annoying..

Lynne and I spent most of today (24-Sep) at the Autumn Show at the Malvern 3 Counties Showground. A very enjoyable occasion, plenty to see, lots of interesting plants and a chance to ‘relax’ a bit.

Allotment wise, things are beginning to quieten down with outdoor tomatoes ripening and needing picking, and 20 or so winter squash to harvest and store. The plot(s) will need a bit of a dig over and tidy-up, and some overwintering onions will go in shortly. During the winter months there is plenty to do with fence repairs and securing the espalier apples supports.

That’s about it..