dry river

This is what the Gascoyne river looked like this time last year. Now it's up past the top of the measure.
I hope our relatives in Carnarvon and particularly in Brisbane are safe and well
Sheila x

Long time

It seems like a long time since I posted anything. I am just so busy, although doing what I couldn't tell you!
Woke up this morning to a light smattering of snow which was a surprise and it's bitterly cold. I long to be in Florida, not long now and we are delighted that Gina has decided to join us for a few days.
I have been looking at some web sites to decide what kinds of chickens to have on my return home. There are a bewildering array of breeds but I think I might get some Black Marens whose eggs are a dark chocolate brown, and some blubells, both are said to be prolific layers so that will be good. I really miss having fresh free range eggs. The garden is desolate without chickens. Even my neighbour commented that it didn't seem right without the hens.
Several of my relatives are ill with flu type symptoms. I hope they all get well soon.
Sheila x

shortbread

As the new year is important to the Scots I thought I would make some Shortbread. It's such an easy recipe.

4oz plain flour
4oz butter
2oz cornflour
2oz icing sugar

mix until it comes together. Roll. cut into shapes and bake in a medium oven until golden brown.

Happy new year to all my family and friends wherever you may be. Sheila x

Christmas whisky

Graham couldn't believe the size of the glass on christmas day. Mind you he has made up for it since.

red moon

I love this photo that Graham took of the moon rising over the sea at mablethorpe.it needs enlarging to get the full effect.

Through my kitchen window

This mornings sunrise from my kitchen window. It looked magical but I didn't have to go out in it!!

Apple pinwheels

mary Sue set me off and I just had to make some apple,walnut and maple syrup pinwheels.