Butternut

Where was I?

Where was I? As much as I’d love to be a full-time gardener, spending every moment toiling in the soil, life has a habit of drawing your attention away from what you love.  Sometimes it is to do things you would rather not, and other times life hands you opportunities too good to refuse!  Last week was one of the good ‘not to be missed’ … Continue reading Where was I?

Did I mention I was going to America?

It is now close enough that I am excited but also extremely nervous.  I haven’t flown anywhere significant by myself since I was young and fearless and headed off to London alone for my big OE.  It was the first time I’d ever been on any kind of plane and was an adventure that offered the thrill of a roller coaster.  It’s what kiwis do … Continue reading Did I mention I was going to America?