

Gardyloo
A bit of a busy week what with work, the house and life in general – if only there were more to show for it than a hole in the floor....


Twist and shout
A bit of a varied weekend with some work at the house, a bit shopping and a smidgeon of rest and relaxation. After my lesson yesterday...


All tied up
After being cocky on Tuesday about wearing a t-shirt while the nesh locals were wrapping up in fleeces, I did a quick volte-face on...


You need hands
Firstly, so you can all stop worrying, the jam was a hit with Flavia and the men and indeed it is just the right consistency and tastes...


Jam today
Not the most exciting of weekends but one that has been productive in its own way and on diverse fronts. Yesterday saw the return of...


A window of opportunity
Another couple of days have passed and there has been some progress, albeit mostly virtual, with the house. Alessandro and Giuseppe...


Power to the people
Those of you who are not or have never been teachers, turn away now or you will quietly fume. Those of you who are connected with schools...


Ray of light
With Alessandro the electrician set fair to fit the kitchen and bathroom lights – or rather make holes and run wires for the latter – we...


Double double...
Back to work for Stephen but it has been a quiet week for me with just a couple of lessons as most of my students have had other...


Summer nights...and days
Not much to report on the past couple of days, just some shopping, window more than actual, and discovering a new place to eat – sort of...





























