The autumn weather is certainly doing wonders for the garden. The dahlias are blooming lovely and would have been perfect for the local show which was scheduled for next week. Unfortunately due to some issues with venues and possibly some show society bureaucratic red tape, the show has been cancelled this year.

Dahlia Tiger Bey

Dahlia Lemon Snow

Parsnip flowers

I might have missed the ideal moment to plant our garlics for the year but they have always grown well before. I don't really garden according to any philosophy in particular but like to borrow bits and pieces from all styles to work out what suits us best here.

Last week I finally spent my Christmas gift voucher from my parents. I'm a sucker for birdhouses and this rustic looking metal one really caught my eye. The problem with a gift voucher is that it is just so hard to make a choice. I'm happy with my choice though. At the moment it is hanging on the verandah but will probably make a move to its permanent home soon.

Tomorrow is the cricket grand final. It has been a long season with the Christams holidays in the middle. We now move on to hockey for the winter season. It will certainly be a change of pace from the cricket not to mention much cooler too. I'm hoping to start a new craft project to keep my hands busy while I watch the games.

Tracy