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Another introduced species from the Victorian era. Used in Cantonese cooking and some medicinal use though results are questionable. Big stone in the fruits so I'll leave these for the birds. Pretty to look at though.
Despite the apparent repetition each one is a subtle variation on a theme. Knocks and scrapes differentiate each one.
A report has been published this week by the Meteorological Office whose records began in 1884. The UK climate is different now from just a few decades ago. England is now hotter and wetter than before.
Being mid July I was hoping to dispense with my sou'wester and oilskins for a few weeks more. Seems not.
Time to enjoy some Chopin played by Daniil Trifunov:
The "Radical Steps" in Kirkby Lonsdale lead down from the churchyard of St Mary's Church down to the banks of the River Lune, near Ruskin's View. The steps were built in 1820 for Dr Francis Pearson, who had a reputation as a political radical, to divert the existing public footpath that ran through his garden! There was a lot of opposition to the building of steps, which thereafter became locally known as the "Radical Steps".
Behind the coastguard station is this welcoming cafe, with an open air yard at the back. A great place to stop for coffee and cake after a long walk.
It's a slow morning. I thought I would cycle some shirts to change over in spring. They all look alike. It must be a hidden obsession. Something on which to reflect.
Marmalade by La Vieja Fábrica, made in Spain. I first had it 4 years ago and hadn't seen it since. But it's for sale at Booth's, which is the northern equivalent of Waitrose, but I think is way better. The website has an amazing selection of recipes, such as 'Jaffa cake overnight oats'. Be sure that will be rigorously tested in due course.
After 30 minutes on the cooling rack the baking tin can be removed. I lined the tin with soaked couscous.
Now add a can of good tomatoes. I used some Italian plum tomatoes. Stir and crush them as they soften. Keep cooking for about 10 minutes and see the mixture reduce.
This patch of waste ground is gradually being covered by teasels. They are self-seeding and covering unsightly piles of soil and rubble. They provide excellent cover and protection for birds and insects as well as food for small birds, such as goldfinches. And I like how they look.
I really considered making beans on toast today.
I'm glad I didn't.
Chicken from Ukraine. Vegetables from Lancashire and Suffolk.
Wine from Veneto.
Parsley, basil, celery, lemon and garlic stuffing made by me.
Candle holder from Germany.
Card from my friends.
I hope you all had a lovely day.
Revellers in the sunshine. But who is the figure on the right?
I can't find information on who made these but they are similar in style to the work of Canadian artist Bruce Garner.
Today's moment of joy was seeing this alnus glutinosa making a framework in the sky.
This tree supports many insects, especially moths.
It was a lovely walk today.
As a rule I don't do cat pictures and I'm sure the Internet doesn't need any more. However I saw this on the way home and couldn't resist it. Miaow 🐱
Ukraine has deep traditions in beekeeping and even today Ukraine is Europe's biggest producer of honey. Ukrainian beekeeper Petro Prokopovych invented the world's first movable-frame beehive and the queen excluder in the 19th century.
Despite large volumes, the honey remains pure and unadulterated with sugar syrup (which occurs in some other countries). Employing over 400 000 people across Ukraine. beekeeping is a major industry that supports farming, the economy and employment.
Ukrainian sunflower honey is like a jar of pure sunshine.
As a former beekeeper I recommend you buy some now!
"Boris Bonk" as written on a hoarding protecting a building site.
'Boris' reminds me of a politician, but I will get over it.
I just really like the script here!
Mexican orange blossom shrub (Choisya ternata).
Returns each spring. It's as close as I'll get to Mexico now.