“I am the first?” “Oh yes. You’re the first.” “What the first person to ever see it?” “Yep, the first human to ever see it.” “Why?” “Well, this creature lived, died and became a fossil before humans even existed. Until you split the rock open, no human could possibly have […]
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Down at the Gruffy Ground
We went for a walk to find fungi today. The leaves are beginning to change and at our feet were interesting fungi. So many different types. The children are becoming experts at spotting them. Fantastic patterns on the rock. These sort of patterns encourage the eye to spot a picture. […]
Read moreGardening history
We went here today. This is Stourhead in Wiltshire. Amazing house. Full to the brim with paintings and beautiful objects, but I have to admit that today we enjoyed the outside more. The children found less to fascinate them in the house than our last stately home visit. They wanted […]
Read moreStately Wednesday Wandering
Joining in GardenMama’s Wednesday wandering. Here I sit in the gardens of a stately home, waiting for the rest of the family. I am patient, but our dog can hardly bear that her pack is separated in a strange place. I soak in the history surrounding us, hoping she doesn’t […]
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