Christmas Tree Shopping
Grocery day meets Christmas tree day: a rainy Saturday spent grabbing groceries and bakery treats, then picking out the Christmas tree solo for the very first time.
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What I Do on a Morning off Work
A rare weekday off work means beating the Saturday grocery rush at Auchan, dodging restocking crates and slow cashiers — then rewarding myself with two croissants and coffee at home.
Strawberry Fest
A later-than-usual strawberry harvest turns into three desserts — tart, cake, and jam — with a few kitchen mishaps along the way.
Buying a Beer for Slugs and Snails
Spring is here. Weather is warmer. Colours are back. Flowers are everywhere. Life is dandy, right? No! Slugs, snails, and who knows what else are marauding my garden. Something’s Been…
Update on My Tomatoes
My tomato seedlings update: all three varieties I sowed in March have germinated — almost too well! Here's how I'm dealing with fifteen happy, overcrowded seedlings on the veranda.