Is THAT the time?!

Oh myy. I am sad that I haven't made the effort to keep my blog up to date but when I had a new computer 18 months ago, I had problems with Blogger and I got so frustrated, I stayed away from my computer. That and having to change from Windows XP to Windows 8 completely knocked me! My photos are all over the place. Programmes are a job to find or not available and I have lost my list of favourites. It took me years to accumulate and it has taken me years to adjust. So, murmuring over, I have made the time and effort to blog today. I have been busy with teaching scrapbook workshops. Firstly in Hobbycraft and then 2 other venues. I have met and made some lovely friends over the past 3 years and am grateful for the support that I have received. Instead of slowing down as I am getting older, it seems that I am even more busier. I have been attending tap dance classes and am in my 4th year. Such fun...and not to mention a little exercise for my otherwise lazy lifestyle. I was even in a show last year which was thrilling as I hadn't told any of my family that I danced and they came to see me and were all very surprised! LOL. I joined a baking club in January last year and have enjoyed many a fine taste of baker's delights. I spent a very long year gardening last year. For my special birthday, I had a log cabin and am very pleased to be able to have a place for my extensive collection of scrapbook papers and paraphenalia - so is my husband! LOL. My grandchildren continue to grow. The eldest is going to be 25 next week!!! Eek! That is crazy. Our baby is now 10. Thank you for visiting my blog and for your support over the years. I shall try and keep it up from now on - and hopefully, I will be able to find some photos of makes and bakes to show you what has kept me busy. Toots for now, Glen

Prepare to be amazed!

I have almost forgotten how to write a post on my blog as it has been far too long, so I am sure that you will be amazed to see that I have updated it! The past 2 years have been challenging but so far, I am feeling rather pleased that 2015 is off to a good start. I won't count my chickens before they are hatched but I am hoping that it will be a better year all round. My absence hasn't meant that I have been idle. I have been teaching scrapbook workshops for the past 17 months and have enjoyed sharing my passion with others. It has been a dream of mine to own a log cabin and that has now become a reality. Just Friday, my cabin was installed and it is beautiful. It will be a little while before I am able to post photos, as I have yet to learn how to on this new pc. It has been a BIG change going from Windows XP to Windows 8 and I don't like it one bit but I know things change and I have to keep up, so am learning. I love to learn new things but not all at once! My preparations for clearing the garden has left me with aches and pains and now a cold and cough but it is all worth it. When I feel up to it, I shall be outside,painting both outside to seal it and then inside - providing the weather is kind. Have a Super Sabbath yourself,

Long time no post 2!

I have tried to make alterations to my previous post but it seems that Blogger won't let me for some reason! It meant that I didn't finish my post or sign off. So I am hoping that this post will be published and get me back blogging again, as I have missed it. Welcome to December and the month of preparations for Christmas or whatever holiday you celebrate. It is my very favourite time of the year - as well as stressful but I think that I have most of it in hand up to now. I am off to bake a Christmas cake. Have a super Sabbath yourself. Toots for now, ~Glen~

Long time no post!

Hello peeps....it has been rather a long time since I last posted. It has been a rather challenging year for me, what with the passing of my mum, my family members having surgery and tests for health issues! *Sigh*. I know it's life and I can usually get over it but this year has just taken it's toll.

However, it hasn't all been rough. I was blessed to be able to do a scrapbook demo in Hobbycraft which has led to me doing workshops. I am back in the groove, so to speak.

Here are some layouts that I did...

The heat is on!

I am so happy. Ü The sun is shining and summer has arrived. Doesn't it make a difference? The schools will be breaking up for the summer holidays next week and the beaches will be packed!  More BBQs will be lit, time spent in the garden and shops will be packed! I am now beginning to think that summer is not quite the perfect season that I expected.

My sister and I went to the Hampton Court Palace flower show recently and spent a sweltering day walking around inside marquees and out, viewing the beautiful created gardens and flowers.

Here are just some of my favourites...

White Dahlia

 Alliums...

 Pink Dahlia...

My favourite garden was the blue and white one...

Very much a seaside colour scheme and cooling atmosphere.

I'm off to sit in my garden - not quite the arrangement of above but it's evolving - I have blue shed!! Ü

Toots for now,

I'm Just An Old Fashioned Girl!

There are just some things that don't change over time - like putting my washing out on the line in the garden. Ahhh....I just LOVE to get into my warm bed with clean sheets and duvet cover with that freshness. It takes me back many years when my mum used to do it. Ü

I like to hand wash some of my more delicate items - such as dark coloured tops and fluffy cardigans. It is sad that it isn't something that we all do now that we have modern technology - like washing machines and tumble dryers. Oh don't get me wrong, I love my tumble dryer - especially for drying my towels. That is something else that I won't change. Fluffy towels are a luxury. No dry, scratchy ones for me. I know some that do like them as they say that they absorb more water. Nahhh! Ü

Can you tell I am feeling rather nostalgic? At this time of year, there isn't much on the television and I do like to get some fresh air in the garden. Today, I have been cementing inbetween the cracks of the patio paving slabs to prevent the weeds from coming up! My poor back aches and I think I may have 'nursemaid's knee'!

Still, a nice warm bath before I jump into my clean bed is a welcome thought..... and one of these...

Have a good night yourself.

In Loving Memory!

***HAPPY 99TH BIRTHDAY*** Mum. It would have been my mum's birthday today but it wasn't to be. She is celebrating with her own mother and I am so happy that they have been reunited at last. Ü

I am so thankful for the opportunity that I had to be with her for so many years. A popular quote that I have seen recently...

'Do not regret growing older, it is a privilege denied to many.'

Enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend.