Sowing and Sewing

Hello, and welcome back to our small corner.

Why is it that every year at seed sowing time, I get this crazy notion that this is the year that the seeds won't grow and, therefore, I should have a few more, just in case? 

Well, this week, I have been pricking out all the seeds that have grown this year. Amazingly, they all germinated again!

Continuing the theme of sowing, I finally finished sewing this cross stitch. I enjoyed the random nature of the design and the bright colours I used. Although I generally agree with the sentiments of this design - 'Happiness is not by chance but by choice'- life often throws happiness at us in unexpected ways, too.

Last week, on Tuesday, 23rd April, it was St George's Day. He is the patron saint of England. While I did not have time to add more to the twig tree, I made some jam tarts and scones instead. The scones were a basic fruit recipe, but I'm pleased with how they turned out. 

As usual, I doubt they will stay around for long in this small corner. 

Saint George's Day is also Shakespeare Day. As D and I have been reading some of his plays and sonnets this year, we continued our Shakespeare journey by reading Richard II and watching the play on TV. We are still very much enjoying the plays.

Next week, D and I will begin the first part of our guided tour around our dollhouse, and we hope you will join us.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Have a good week!

B and D x