You wouldn’t give these plants a second glance for most of the year but, when they are in flower, they are stunning. Zygocactus (Schlumbergera truncata cultivars) come in a range of colours and are in nurseries now. I bought a small white-flowering plant last week and am looking forward to the buds opening. They are […]
Making
Cold weather is knitting weather. I’m making a cowl (my neck gets so cold) and the act of knitting also keeps my fingers warm. I’m making it up as I go and enjoying seeing how the colours change as I knit. It’s a small project that is satisfying. I’ve taken advantage of the free 60-day […]
Goodbye Chrome!
Last week, I decided I couldn’t bear any more AI in my Internet browser. You’re not the only browser in the world, Chrome. I’m currently using Vivaldi, designed by an independent browser company based in Norway and Iceland where privacy rules are strong (yay, it’s not a USA mega-business). Every feature can be personalised and […]
This week’s highlights
We’ve seen this movie twice now. It’s a truly wondrous story of curiosity, reminding me that acts of compassion, trust and cooperation are not only possible but also essential. The universe is vast and beyond my comprehension. I cried at various stages and the final scene had me sobbing. Simply magical. It’s difficult to resist […]