The children and I agree that we like the beach just as much in Winter as we do in Summer. We go nearly every day. How could we not, when it's just over the road?
Having lived here at the beach for almost a year now, I'm not sure I'd ever want to live anywhere else!
What's your favourite time of year for beach visits?
"Oranges and Lemons, say the bells of St Clements!
I spent a large part of my childhood in England. And today as I looked out of the window to see the branches on the orange and lemon trees groaning under the weight of all the ripening fruit, I had a sudden vivid memory of skipping double dutch in a playground under a concrete-grey sky and reciting the above rhyme! Do you still remember your favourite games and rhymes from childhood?
And also, what should I do with all these oranges and lemons? I'll definitely visit my lemon curd recipe again, as I so enjoyed making (and eating) it last year. But what else? Perhaps some marmalade is in order as well....
Gosh it seems like I've made a lot of rabbits lately! I've just finished 4 (one had to be posted before I had a chance to photograph it-darned Winter light!). I do adore making rabbits, but I felt the need for some fresh inspiration, so I ordered this book, as a treat for myself.
I think I'll definitely have to try one of these gorgeous elephants...
And a new pincushion too.
What a lovely way to spend a grey, indoorsy type of Winter day. I'll leave you with a quote I read in a magazine which I thought was very eloquent. 
Goodbye to wearing coats and hats, and being able to see our breath in front of our faces when we're out walking...
Goodbye fireside talks and toasted marshmallows...
Goodbye white skies...
Goodbye slippery roads, frosty mornings, ug boots and woolly scarves. Hello Spring xx
Perfect for wrapping the children up in all their woolies, braving the elements and then spending time in front of the fire with family and great conversation. Happy long weekend everyone
