We went out on Saturday to feed the crows and we were generous. It's been so cold that we want to give a helping hand. I wish I could feed in the garden, but with so many rats being attracted, it's not really fair on the neighbours. I'm hoping to plant some pyrocantha or firethorn this year. They are supposed to have lots of small white flowers in spring and summer for bees and plenty of berries for the birds in winter. First, a pic of the car park when we were feeding crows
It was one of those bright, cloudless, icy mornings and was very bracing. Pyracantha, if I've got it right, looks like this stock photo.
The ones planted around the edges of supermarket carparks are incredibly prolific with flowers and berries, so hopefully that will support some wildlife.
I took the car in today to get the tyres checked. They were all low on air, but they thought that it was a combination of the weather and that she wasn't getting driven much. I'll just have to give her some longer runs. She'll get some driving this week, anyway, as DH has to go into the office to work. It will feel very odd being on my own in the house as there's been someone around all the time for so long.
Writing stuff - I'm being a little careful with screens, so not so much is getting done. The latest post from The Guest is on my writing blog here.
Hugs and good health to all.
Hope your eye strain is better, now. Glad you got your car tyres checked. I had a pyracantha bush in my garden, but, it died and I didn't replace it. I only replace edible plants to minimize watering needs. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you. It's interesting how different garden challenges can be in different parts of the world. At the moment, we're suffering from excess rain.
DeleteDo please, for your own safety, be aware that Pyracantha has evil thorns.
ReplyDeleteYou are awesome giving me a warning, and it's appreciated, but I knew about the thorns. Our current neighbours are fine, but previous neighbours have included someone convicted of child abuse and a drug dealer. The thorns are a feature.
DeleteThe good thing is - it's almost the start of a new week. Wipe the slate clean, and work on your 'word' next week. At least that's what I'm telling myself each week. Sigh.
ReplyDeleteYou're right, it's better to keep trying again than give up entirely.
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