Last week I had the pleasure of attending a workshop hosted by my local florist The Flower Lodge, here in Rhiwbina, Cardiff. If you're local then you'll know that this independent florist is an absolute gem! Stocking the most beautiful quality blooms and gifts all owned and run by the lovely Tracey.
Read MoreFor as long as I can remember, the arrival of September has brought with it feelings of excitement and anticipation. With a new term and sudden shift from slow summer living back to routine, lunchboxes and brand new pencil cases, I've always loved the changes this month brings.
Read MoreWhen I pick a bunch of flowers from our green grocers, the garden or, thanks to Bloom & Wild, receive them through the letterbox, I like to spread them across as many rooms in my home as possible. A room just feels different with fresh flowers in don't you think?
Read MoreCooking food straight from the ground is something that significantly marks out the Summer months for me. It starts here in this, my favourite month of May. Flowers too are one of my favourite and prettiest pointers to the seasons and no other bloom bellows Summer than the
Read MoreA year ago tomorrow, my family lost a very special person, my darling Gran. Not a day goes by that I don't think about her. In the days before she died I spent time with her in her care home, sitting quietly, holding hands and just occassionally speaking.
Read MoreWhen was I contacted by Bloom & Wild recently to see if I'd like to be involved in their Mother's Day campaign, I was both delighted and extremely touched. Obviously I jumped at the chance. However, when they asked me what 'my favourite thing about being a Mum' was
Read MoreYesterday I managed to steal myself away for an indulgent half hour of flower fiddling and photography. Two of my favourite things. Armed with a vase of wildflowers we picked in the afternoon I unexpectedly took the following photos. They represent a snapshot of what August
Read MoreMay is one of my favourite months. My birthday is in May, just (I'm a day away from June) and my son, my first born, arrived into this world 3 years ago later this month (how did that happen?!)
The beginning of May, with its bluebell woods, sweet forget-me-nots and bold tulips always feels like Spring is in full swing.
It really felt like Spring had sprung over the weekend, I hope it did with you too. We enjoyed a rare weekend with only a few things planned and lots of family time and it was just lovely. We spent Saturday morning at the allotment and it felt so good to be outdoors
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