Sunflowers

We had a day of getting lots of little jobs finished off, and it was all very rewarding. I scrubbed the stairs, then polished them, which they soaked up and are looking much healthier. Brian waxed the landing floor, which again was very dry and looked much better for being nourished with a good dollop of beeswax. I then cleaned the window and we hung the curtains back up. We brought my new vitrine in, and after Brian had stabilised it on the very wonky floor, we stood back and admired the look. We just have a couple of bits still to do and then I will photograph it, but I can say it is looking good.

After all that, we loaded up the trailer and took a lot of rubbish and garden waste to the decheterie, it was quite a full mixed load, but the chaps at the tip are so helpful, directing us to the right container and helping out to get the job done. It’s great knowing it’s all gone again. Well, until the next time.

On the way back we pulled over to take in a gorgeous field of sunflowers. They looked so bright and beautiful against the striking blue sky, enjoying the warmth of the day.

The roads were quiet as it was lunch time, so no one was there to mind us pulling along the side of the road to take in the view. I just love being able to take the time and delight in simple pleasures like this field of stunning yellow sunflowers all smiling and staring at the sun, and stretching to be just that little bit taller.