September Review.

Hello and welcome. 

So good to have you join me today. 

Hope you’ve had a joyful weekend. What did you get up to?

David and I worked in the new build again on Saturday. It’s the mundane jobs that have to be done, take forever and you won’t even noticed them once the house is finished. I managed to measure & saw some wood and staple some plastic to the inside of the new walls - it’s be really fulfilling and I love getting involved where I can. Most of the time I was sweeping up the endless piles of sawdust!  Saturday night was the obligatory takeaway with a few glasses of Prosecco! What did you get up to?

Sunday, after an early clean at the BnB I set about preparing a roast dinner for 18. All bar one of the kids came with their families along with my mum. I cooked roast lamb and pork with stuffing, roasted potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and loads of different vegetables. I started cooking early so it wasn’t so busy and put everything I cooked into the warmer I’ve got - it’s a lifesaver and I’d throughly recommend getting one even though I know they’re a little dated they work a treat. 

So after a busy couple of hours dinner was ready and was eaten much quicker than it took to cook! Everyone enjoyed themselves and Mummab was a happy bunny with nearly all her brood around her. ❤️

Back on the first of last month I was lapping up the sunny weather we were having and although a tad cooler I still managed to style my white jeans with a couple of pretty tops that I layered up incase the sunny day changed. 

September Review.

Hi there everyone. 

Thanks for dropping in!

I’m getting ready for my little trip to Sicily on Wednesday. It’s a joint birthday present for David and me and you might remember the story of what happened when I gave my hubby his present! Catch the full post here, it’ll enlighten you as to what happened if you missed it!

Out to our friend's house on Saturday night and they really were the most perfect host’s. They cooked us a wonderful meal which comprised of steak pie made with gluten free pastry which was delicious, roast potatoes, homegrown runner beans, mushrooms and tenderstem broccoli. Tucking into this wonderful meal whilst enjoying delicious wine was the best, we talked and laughed and I had the best night.  Eton mess followed by cheese, biscuits and a glass of port followed! Now it wasn’t a late night but I have to say Sunday went very slowly, so much so I didn’t do anything but lay on the sofa! Way too much drinking involved but boy was it a good night. 

Even though it’s the 7th October, it’s the first Monday of October which means a quick recap of September’s outfits for the …

September Review. 

At the beginning of September the weather, like usual was changeable so lightweight trousers and tee shirts with a jacket are the perfect answer to our fickle temperatures. 

I noticed these flamboyant wide leg trousers immediately I saw them and picked up the top at the same time. The oversized jacket is a thin fabric that makes it a good addition for a mix of weather. 

September Review.

Hi there,

How are you?

Another month has passed and we edge ever nearer to Christmas, the shops have festive bits in them already.

The weather has played fair and been fairly dry over the past few days, which means it's been easier to take photos.  I'm trying to summon up lots of confidence so I can go further afield to take shots in some different places - I don't want you to get bored of my usual surroundings.  I have about three basic areas, plus the garden (which isn't very pretty) to take them, so can you all send me heaps of conviction to take the plunge.  How do you get on taking your pictures?  Do you have a helper or are you blatant and take them when strangers are around and not give a second thought?

So as it's the beginning of October my post today is reminiscing last months looks for the ....

September Review.

September Review.

Hi there, how’s it going?

I’m stunned we’re in October already, how on earth did that happen?

The weather has acted accordingly and dropped temperatures to make way for layers, jackets and warmer clothes. It’s nice to have a change & wear warmer clothes isn’t it?

I’ve started to think about Christmas and after a couple of years when I’ve hated to embrace the festive season I’m excited to get going on present buying and Christmas Day planning. 

Both my daughters will be with their other half's family on Christmas Day, and although I hate it, I accept that I have to ‘share’ them so will enjoy their coming to us on Boxing Day. After all it’s better to enjoy the Xmas period for longer is it?  It's My mum's turn to come to us, and that will be lovely to have her join us.  Have you planned your Christmas Day yet?

Anyway let's forget about the festive season and think about the new month, a new month can only mean a new review ... so it's time to share the September Review.