Friday, September 18, 2009

Eskdalemuir and Samye Ling

Rob, Henry and I went for a walk to Bessie's Hill Fort, near Eskdalemuir today.

We saw a group of Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) at the base of some pine trees.

The Rosebay Willowherb (Epilobium angustifolium) had all gone to seed and looked white because they had a misting of dew on them.

This is a picture of Henry taken on an earlier walk at the same location. The site used to be covered with forestry pine trees, but they have all been 'harvested', so it looks a bit bleak in places, but probably gives a better idea of the original view from the Hill Fort.

Another earlier view taken from the walk in August.



Afterwards, we went for coffee and a cake, and a look round the shop at the Samye Ling Buddist Centre. They have some interesting statues, prayer wheels, gardens, arch and temple, which can all be visited.


Wednesday, September 09, 2009

Pets Update


Here are two recent photos my husband took of Mabel (above) and Cleo (below). To hear about their latest antics, please visit the EtsyVeg Blog where they are 'Pets of The Week'. To read about when we first got the girls and to pick up a few tips about keeping chickens as pets, please click here.




Our lovely Staffie cross, Henry, was 14 years old on 11 August 2009. Here he is on a recent walk showing off his cute, wonky smile.

Friday, September 04, 2009

Handmade Portraits: Mimi Kirchner

Kickoff To Fall

Starting next Monday, September 7th, a group of our fabulous vegetarian and vegan artisans will be offering specials in their Etsy shops! Keep watch for fabulous deals on unique handcrafted and vintage goods and supplies, a perfect way to start off the autumn season!

Look for specials like dicounts and free shipping in the following shops for the week of September 7th-13th- don't miss it! Check in later for an updated list...

aktie9
amefaust
auclairdelalune
chickscratch
CollarMeGorgeous
jackandjillsmom
jenoconnell
judysmosaicsupplies
loveluca
Karramandi
KneeDeepOriginals
krugsecologic
magglepie
midnightrabbits
movetheneedle
ThisisBexx
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silentlotus
TheAwesomestPossum
veganessa
vibrantmosaics

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