I can't believe the day has finally come. I have been banging on about it for so long I was sure it was never going to happen. Let me take you on a journey... It all started at 11am today, this very day, this damp November morning. And then finished by about 12pm it was … Continue reading Log Burner Installation
Flashback: Year One
It's kind of funny really that the reason my fireplace hasn't been installed yet is not because of lockdown (apparently fireplaces are essential? Not complaining) or that they're just so busy leading up to Christmas that I've been bumped down the list, but because I was forgotten about. Then, when I was remembered about, the … Continue reading Flashback: Year One
“Carpentry” – Covid – Fireplace
Hello, darling reader. How are you? Things have become even more unsettling, haven't they? Three-tier this, Rule of That. I have taken a few moments from staring out the window to get some thoughts down, an impossible task for the past month. Would you like some updates in small bites? Of course you would. A … Continue reading “Carpentry” – Covid – Fireplace
Log Burner Quotes
Genie is fine, I promise Summer is over (do not try and convince me otherwise) but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. Why? Because CHRISTMAS FIREPLACE THAT'S WHY. I have two weeks off work, a DIY schedule to make you wince, and three slabs of porcelain absolutely dying to begin their new vocation as a … Continue reading Log Burner Quotes
Choosing New Carpets: Deep Impact
It's easy to underestimate the longitudinal effects of a global pandemic and enforced quarantine. This may seem like an obvious statement, but when I am kneeling on the floor of my bedroom crying out for my dog because I have been looking at carpets online for so long I need the company of another mammal … Continue reading Choosing New Carpets: Deep Impact
Tools: A Quick Peep
Happy Saturday, m8s! Genie is having a sleepover at her dad's, the pubs are back open, the sun is out, and I am hungover af (not from the pub) and will not be leaving the house. *draws blinds* *whines softly* I have cheered myself up with a bit of retail therapy at Magabala Books which … Continue reading Tools: A Quick Peep
Renovations: A Story of Stagnation
BLM Activity has slowed and steadied somewhat on my feed but there is movement everywhere. Earlier today I found this documentary available for free on the murder of Fred Hampton who I knew nothing about until recently. I haven't watched the movie, entitled The Murder of Fred Hampton (1971), yet but I'll be sitting down … Continue reading Renovations: A Story of Stagnation
Painting and Decorating: Bedroom Edition
It has been a while since I've felt capable of a proper post about something other than plants or baking. Like many of us I have focused a lot of my energy, intentionally or otherwise, on getting through the daily routine as happily and successfully as possible. Some days this may mean putting on a … Continue reading Painting and Decorating: Bedroom Edition
Grow Off Week 6 – Bake Off Week 1
Annual Burger Week - Year 5 Lockdown - Week 25546 There is a lot to cover and I haved 8000 photos to sift through for this week, but WHAT A FUCKING WEEK. Let's start with a weigh in, shall we? WEIGH IN Sophie's lasses have had a full resurgence after some indoor TLC; 24cm.Phil's skinny … Continue reading Grow Off Week 6 – Bake Off Week 1
Grow Off – Weeks 3 and 4
Given the widely accepted fact that time has no meaning, I forgot to provide an update on the Grow Off last week. But given the widely accepted fact that time has no meaning, who cares? I have some news regarding the Tallest Sunflower Challenge, but first, let's slap 'em out on the table and measure … Continue reading Grow Off – Weeks 3 and 4
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