Recent content by Marigold

One of my favourites as well. Also this.

You can have some of ours! Grass is growing far too fast down here in Hampshire. I mowed it all a week ago, and it’s now back up to ankle-high.

AAAHGGGHHH!

Interesting news, Margaid, but sad about Mrs G after so many years. I wonder how Aran will get on, training up his new lady!

And good to see an actual photo of you, LadyA. Maybe more of us could do that? Nice to know who we’re talking to. This is me, wind blown as usual, in our dog-friendly coffee shop, holding Pippin.

Excellent advice. Always listen to your inner voices - especially when they recommend more chocolate.

I expect the puppy would like them - he can’t read yet.

I haven't thought about that yet. The framework is solid so it could possibly be boarded in and windows installed to make a good large shed. But for the time being we have no plans for it, and its not going anywhere!

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Yes I tried a tarp at first, with the same results as you report. Then, after the wettest summer on record in 2009 we got it covered in clear plastic corrugated sheets and a proper gutter, which have lasted 14 years so far.