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Tag: allotment

The Eye of the Storm
allotment, memoir, tempest

The Eye of the Storm

The sexual practices amongst Aberdeen University students in the early nineties, presumably no more or less weird, wonderful or vigorous … Continue reading The Eye of the Storm

Earth’s Slow Incline
allotment, Gardens, winter

Earth’s Slow Incline

I came across this beautiful poem last night. Almond Blossom, by Fiona Benson. This morning, love, I’m tired and grave;I … Continue reading Earth’s Slow Incline

Sleekit
allotment, Gardens, Nature

Sleekit

I’m truly sorry man’s dominion Has broken Nature’s social union An’ justifies that ill opinion Which makes thee startle At … Continue reading Sleekit

The Bohemian Garden
Bohemians, Sanctuary, Secret Gardens

The Bohemian Garden

When I wrote this, a few years back, I thought it was about the discovery of a secret garden. But … Continue reading The Bohemian Garden

The Allotment
allotment, Gardens, Time

The Allotment

Help us to be the always hopeful Gardeners of the spirit Who know that without darkness Nothing comes to birth … Continue reading The Allotment

Shadbush
allotment

Shadbush

My Christmas present this year was a tree – an Amelanchier. Having never heard of it, some research was necessary. … Continue reading Shadbush

Long Shadows and Woodsmoke
allotment, Gardens

Long Shadows and Woodsmoke

A Sunday in mid November, and it is a day of glorious life affirming sunshine. Sadly, I am up a … Continue reading Long Shadows and Woodsmoke

Dahlia Diaries – the fifth, not to mention the story of Eric and the Giant Apricot
allotment, Gardens, Nature

Dahlia Diaries – the fifth, not to mention the story of Eric and the Giant Apricot

The heat continued – this was not just a “nice spell” but real sweltering heat over the Fen, pressing down … Continue reading Dahlia Diaries – the fifth, not to mention the story of Eric and the Giant Apricot

Dahlia Diaries – the fourth
allotment, Gardens, Nature

Dahlia Diaries – the fourth

It’s glorious down here this evening. The strong winds of the morning have died away and I am basking in … Continue reading Dahlia Diaries – the fourth

Peony
allotment, Gardens, Nature

Peony

It’s a gorgeous evening, warm with a delicious breeze washing over me, so I nip down to the allotment for … Continue reading Peony

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