Another Little Adventure

Its windy out there, there is the odd shower, no downpour but the sun is shining so let me take you on a little tour.  You will need a rain coat and some sensible footwear and I will take you on another little  tour of a hidden gem that we discovered on our way to the dentist this morning.  It is actually a children's play park but don't let that deter you.  There is plenty to entertain any age group and lots of seating areas if the going is a little tough.  Let this little adventure begin...

Are you manage to keep up, there is so much to see and learn.

It is a joy to wander the paths and let your eyes be drawn to the wonderful bridges over a babbling brook.  The information posts are a real delight and encourages even more observation and conversation. 

Definitely a park that we will be returning to and certainly one for when we have little visitors.  I often moan about the winds here on this little Island that we now call home but that is nothing to what some are experiencing with the hurricane hitting land a few hours ago.  My heart goes out to all those affected and know that they will be in my prayers.

See you soon.

Snowflake Jar

Autumn is fast approaching, Mother Natures little clues are all around.  Not least the wind, over the past week the wind has been building up and getting stronger and stronger.  Unfortunately it is bringing along with it outbursts of rain.  We are thankful that we had the forethought to prepare for the season early.  We still have a few jobs still left on the list but they are been worked upon.  One of the freezers is being defrosted as I type this and then once cleaned will be filled again when we go into town on Thursday.  It then becomes an ongoing project throughout the Autumn/Winter season as I pop in stews/casseroles for busy days.  The chimney still needs to be swept but it has been booked.  A start has been made on the seasonal decor, not a lot but enough to welcome the new season in.  I am looking forward to lighting some of the candles we have been gifted.

The trusty Christmas organiser is out and endless lists compiled,Gerard and I have enjoyed sitting by the roaring stove planning some of our projects.

We had a lovely time browsing some of the craft books adapting some of the ideas to suit our needs.  Snazzy jars was a fun to read inspiring all sorts of ideas for gifts for neighbours.

I spent a couple of hours yesterday playing around with an idea for a wonderful Winter warmer, a jar for hot chocolate mix.

One very quickly became two...

The mix will be added nearer the time and some chocolate spoons made too.  I enjoy this cosy time of year when our thoughts turn to craft projects for gifts.  We have the added bonus this year of working on the dolls house, exciting times.

As always I thank you for your comments and your advice regarding the pens/pencils for my bible.  Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.  Have your thoughts turned to the change in season or indeed Christmas yet?

See you soon.

Sunday Pursuits

Gerard is certainly on the mend, whilst not quite ready to resume jobs on the cottage he is feeling much better in himself.  We have had plenty of visitors to amuse us and keep the blues away.

As well as friends and neighbours popping in for a few moments to check in on us bringing some lovely baked goods with them.  I feel blessed that we have moved to such a caring community.  The chickens are on order and need to be collected on the 9th October, exciting times.  

Church is not on the agenda for today, we are going to stay home until Gerard is stronger.  I am not on the rota for Sunday school this week, so we intend to have another day sat in front of the stove.  It would be nice to spend some time working on my new bible, which was gift for my birthday way back in April.  It is a beautiful bible that is does indeed inspire, with columns with each passage for either notes or designs of your own.  There is some wonderful illustrations for colouring in, which I do enjoy.

 I am using normal pencil crayons but it would be nice to find something brighter.  I did try duel ended pens but unfortunately they bled through the delicate paper.  Any suggestions you may have would be greatly appreciated.

 I have a Harris Tweed note book that I have made a start on some designs for the columns, I really have enjoyed the process.

 So sorry about the shadows in the photos, it really is quite a peculiar light around here this morning.  Although thankfully the dark clouds are moving over very quickly so I am hopeful the rain will pass over soon.

The Isle of Lewis has a traditional culture of Sabbath observance in that nothing opens on a Sunday, all shops and business's  are closed.  There has been the odd protest now and again but in general mostly respected.  We too have embraced the observance and don't hang out washing or do the lawns on a Sunday, it really does make for a peaceful day.  Have you any plans?

A warm welcome to new followers, hope you enjoy my little adventures through life.

See you soon.

Heartfelt Thanks

A heartfelt thank you  for all your prayers and messages for Gerard.  Thankfully he is recovering well and is now home at the cottage been looked after by me.  I have lit the stove and we have enjoyed some warming winter soup and scones.  We are spending quality time together watching some of our favourite films and reading up in readiness for our next venture.

The chicken coop has been ordered, we have paid a little extra to have it erected for us.  Gerard is phoning the man who supplies chickens to the Island tomorrow to arrange delivery from Skye of  six chickens.  We are quite excited about it.  Little by little we are realising our dreams, a little slower than anticipated but we are getting there.

Hope all is well with you, I am trying in earnest to catch up with you all.

See you soon.