Bee bright

Laden with nectar. Watching the little bee go about his business is such a beautiful sight.

I’m finding so much joy and happiness pottering around our beautiful garden, choosing tucked away areas to develop into a new planting scheme, or a little place to sit and relax for a while.

Brian helped me plant up one of the borders. It will be mainly blues and yellows, a favourite colour scheme of mine, but I’ve also included some potted pink geraniums along the front to give it a pop of colour.

In the far corner of the walled garden, which had recently been chauxed, I’ve planted a mix of hostas. This area gets the sun early on in the day, but provides a light relief of shade later on. I will put my two white cane chairs there for a quiet little reading spot, somewhere to enjoy a cup of tea in the afternoon.

I don’t think I realised how healthy it would be for my mind and body in having a garden, a quiet space to reflect on the day, and to plan what’s next. It’s also a great way to get fit.

We’ve got some fabulous little adventures ahead of us. I’m so looking forward to seeing more of France, more of our wider local area, welcoming family and friends, and celebrating some delightful and delicious moments. Lots to think of and plan in those tucked away areas.