GETTING DOWN & DIRTY

After the trip to the Nursery, the excitement continued all the way home. Unpacking the bag of compost and the plants was an experience, Colby determined to help get these plants into the ground. After some planning, the holes were dug, compost added with great attention to detail. Concentration was obvious on his face. This was a serious business ... Well, the picture tells the tale.
In a small garden, every spot is prime and precious. So careful planning is essential. Mandy has been quite successful in her attempt at growing chillies and herbs in between her flowering plants. Keeping the cats out has been a major job. Anything from rocks and shells to fencing to keep them from scratching in the ground. Now that the plants are spreading out, it is much easier.
It is such a pleasure to have parsley and chives as well as thyme and mint fresh on hand when whipping up a salad or savoury muffins.
Speaking of that, I have a favourite Cheese & Chive Muffin recipe to share with you. This is always a hit with visitors, old and young!

CHEESE & CHIVE MUFFINS
1 Cup Flour
2 teasp Baking Pwd
pinch Mustard pwd
pinch Cayenne Pepper
1&1/2 c Grated Cheese
3 T chopped Chives
1 Egg mixed with 200ml Milk

Mix together all ingredients except Milk mixture.
Now add Milk mix and fold in. Don't overmix.
Spoon into greased muffin pan
Bake for 15min at 200C till golden brown.

You can add chopped ham or bacon bits also as an extra.
Have fun and above all, ENJOY EATING them : )

FUN PLACE FOR KIDS!

We discovered a great play park where kids can spend HOURS playing on various jungle gyms, slides, swings etc as well as have a ride on a mini train. The train is fueled with bio fuel so environment friendly! Parent friendly too! There are many mechanical rides to go on, like the flying horses and quad bikes. There is even an huge indoor play area complete with jumping castles and a restaurant. You really can spend the whole day there. Many people use the facility of fenced off theme areas for kids parties. Needless to say, we had to try it out. Much fun and excitement!!

On the same premises is a huge plant nursery. Hens and chicks roam free and every now and then a cock crows. Really feels like you are on the farm. Mandy bought some plants and the compost to go with it of course ... so it's home to plant. Colby is going to help. Check next blog ...

AFTERNOON ON THE BEACH

 
This great pic was taken by Jarrod on Pebble Beach. What fun for all! Nothing like a bit of cold Atlantic around your ankles to numb the toes and the brain ... Mandy had the job of holding the hand for a run in the surf. Soon Colby was wetter than aniticipated, those waves creep up on you all too quickly!




Levi on the other hand, was trotting up and down the beach, in a world of his own. So many pebbles, so little space! As the sun went down and the shadows got longer, it was time to go home to dry clothes and hot tea. Mmmmmm...

HOLIDAY TIME !!

This has been a busy time for me, hence the absence. My darling daughter and her 2 sons have been visiting, so we have been occupied with little feet and big voices! ha ha. I remember now how hectic life was day after day with 4 little ones running around and trying their luck all day long. Eventually a mom feels like a goalie by the net of order! I know many of you know what I am talking about ...
But all went well and everyone stayed in one piece, apart from the odd scuffed knee and swollen mozzie bite.

The boyz really enjoyed the Garden in Town with squirrels and pigeons. Oh, so much running! After the pigeons and away from the squirrels ... ha ha. Eventually, we got a few nice pics, once they got the hang of the feeding procedure. Of course, someone was just interested in seeing how fast they could run/fly. Hmmmmff.
All in a days work. Nothing like a good swig of milkshake and a plate of chips!
This was the reward for being so patient with us ladies browsing up Long Street, in and out of shops and of course spending a considerable amount of time in the Bead Store. Mmmmm ... :) so many beads, so little time.
Next blog I hope to show the beautiful creations made with those selfsame beads ...
For now, till next time xx