When asked what I wanted for mothers day, I requested a water feature or a bird-bath - well, better late than never! It was worth waiting for and looks perfect in its position surrounded by my sweet peas. Dan, our sparky, just has to finish off the electrical connection next weekend so we don't have an extension lead across the front deck. It makes a very relaxing place to sit. Just have to get some water cress now and a couple of other plants for it.
Hi,
welcome to Gumnut Cottage.
We are a 'blended' family living in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, Australia. With many skills between us, and a desire to live 'the good life' we continue to learn new skills, work hard, and hopefully inspire others to do the same. Enjoy the blog and our website - backyardabundance.com.au, sign up for the newsletter, and have a go at a project or two!
Novels:- Di Morrissey's books. Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden. Robin Hood by Carola Oman (1939). The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame. Ransom by Julie Garwood. Maeve Binchy. Inspiring;- Simple Abundance by Sarah Ban Breathnach. Life is So Good by G Dawson. Affluenza by C Hamilton & R Denniss. Gardening;- The Lost Gardens of Heligan by Tim Smit. Easy Organic Gardening by Lyn Bagnall. Garden Feast by M King. All Jackie French books especially Seasons of Content and Backyard Self-Sufficiency. Home-made Beauty Treats;- Bodyworks by Murdoch Books. Ultimate Natural Beauty Book by J Fairley. Aromatherapy by J Harding. Soap Naturally by P Garzena & M Tadiello. Cookery;- Marie Claire Comfort. Survival for the Fittest Series (Aust Institute of Sport). Ainsley Harriott's books. Jams & Preserves by Murdoch Books. Bread Machine Kitchen Handbook by J Shapter.
Favourite Movies
The Castle. Danny Deckchair. Phantom of the Opera. Shipping News. K-Pax (anything with Kevin Spacey!) Worlds Fastest Indian. Van Helsing.
Favourite Music
The Kelly Family
Crowded House. U2. Sinead O'Connor. Wendy Matthews. Chris Isaak. Blue Mountains Gypsies - The Paganini Duo. Secret Garden - Earthsongs. Il Divo (while cooking!)