Miss Clare’s larder is one of the pleasantest places. I know….it has a red brick floor and whitewashed walls. The wooden shelves have been scrubbed so often and so well that the grain stands out in fine ribs. From the ceiling hang ropes of bronze onions, dried herbs in muslin bags, and a ham…Bottles of… Continue reading A colourful harvest and ancient manuscripts – September 2024
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Waterfalls of wisteria and wild, abundant gardens – May 2024
Inside…the curtains of wisteria were the same, and beyond them the garden, green and wild. The Scent of Water, Elizabeth Goudge Dear Friends, I hope this finds you well, and for those in the Northern hemisphere enjoying some warmer weather. May finally brought an increase in temperature here in the U.K. and with it a… Continue reading Waterfalls of wisteria and wild, abundant gardens – May 2024
Modern Miss Mason conference; Laying foundations in the early years – June 2023
I have the very unexpected delight and honour of having been asked to be part of the early years panel at the Modern Miss Mason conference. For those of you who may not have come across the lovely Leah Boden, she has become a leading light not only in the UK home ed world, but… Continue reading Modern Miss Mason conference; Laying foundations in the early years – June 2023
Pomp and Pageantry – September 2022
Hello friends! A new season is upon us and change is in the air on many fronts. Late summer is gently slipping into early autumn and there is a nip in the air as I let the chickens out each morning. Meanwhile there is change in our nation too as the death of our long… Continue reading Pomp and Pageantry – September 2022
Create your own Family Coat of Arms
A fun summer project! I’ve had this project bubbling for several years, and it’s finally come to fruition. I hope you enjoy it! The idea is that you learn a little about heraldry and dig into your unique family culture by creating your own coat of arms. My hope in developing this concept is that… Continue reading Create your own Family Coat of Arms
Out and about Learning – Gloucester – March 2020
It was Rhythm Dude’s birthday last week end and as part of the celebrations we packed ourselves, picnic lunches, rucksacks and a cooker into the van and headed north to meet up with one of his best friends. HWH and the three boys set out walking for the day, and the girls and I found… Continue reading Out and about Learning – Gloucester – March 2020
Wells – “A City of Bells” – Part 1
The city of Wells in Somerset, is the smallest city in England. I’ve lived within in its environs for about thirty years, so it holds lots of precious memories for me. It is still one of my favourite places to visit, each season offering some new perspective. Elizabeth Goudge's delightful book, "The City of Bells"… Continue reading Wells – “A City of Bells” – Part 1
Tudor and Elizabethan Times – our learning. 2018-2019
We spent our history lessons last year meandering slowly through Tudor and Elizabethan Britain. Living in the UK we are privileged to be surrounded by such a rich historical legacy; and must bear the grey, drizzly days which go alongside this backdrop with forbearance! We started off with a stash of books. Some are our… Continue reading Tudor and Elizabethan Times – our learning. 2018-2019
Mothering through the seasons 