tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post3524853591993118775..comments2024-02-14T12:40:57.415+00:00Comments on A New Life in Wales: Saturday Surprise, Happy Hour and then a Let Down.Pamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-39341259272548544502014-08-23T00:09:38.106+01:002014-08-23T00:09:38.106+01:00Well my comment disappeared on clicking publish? n...Well my comment disappeared on clicking publish? not sure why. Hopefully you wont get it twice.<br />Love the new look blog, love the fabric and would love to see the finished tote. We don't shop online for delivery anymore to many missing items bad substitutions. Would you mind sharing your carrot and garlic chutney please, Mr B makes many varieties but not that one it sound delicious.<br />So pleased to hear your tests came back negative, take care<br /><br />Peg xPeghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02316654845669641549noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-48099562278828692192014-08-20T17:25:47.915+01:002014-08-20T17:25:47.915+01:00Nothing new on the blog in a few days, are you OK?...Nothing new on the blog in a few days, are you OK? Just worrying a little since it seems to be my job to worry for all those people who never worry themselves. :-)Frugal in the USAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14378893788109034092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-40906548807432940292014-08-18T17:39:15.480+01:002014-08-18T17:39:15.480+01:00Hoe lovely for you Pam!My daughter and I ended up ...Hoe lovely for you Pam!My daughter and I ended up alone(married a controller/bully).She is now in her own place and settled in her career ,so all good.No serious b/f,so no grandchildren ..i live in hope.<br /><br />Thanks for sharing,you're a talented lady and pleasing writer.<br /><br />Best wishes<br /><br />Ann-MarieHelensmumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02225453203438221289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-23715329044727871612014-08-18T16:28:08.442+01:002014-08-18T16:28:08.442+01:00Definitely not nosy, not in any bad way, it is alw...Definitely not nosy, not in any bad way, it is always good to know a little about people. My family in Wales are not blood, James and Francesca are brother and sister, they are like my own children to me, Cerys is James,s partner, they are engaged and plan to marry next year. They have 2 children, Junior who is 4 and Kaitlyn who is almost 2. They are as big a part of my life as I am theirs.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-13318827741748973872014-08-18T16:22:00.060+01:002014-08-18T16:22:00.060+01:00I make rosehip and apple jelly and elderberry and ...I make rosehip and apple jelly and elderberry and apple also. I am joining granny squares for a throw and planning another blanket, a ripple this time. Enjoy your fruits from the garden.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-37538297991525096842014-08-18T16:19:48.105+01:002014-08-18T16:19:48.105+01:00I was so angry, if the delivery driver had not bee...I was so angry, if the delivery driver had not been so nice and apologetic I would have sent the lot back, and of course I needed some of the delivery then. Needless to say I will not be using them again. Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-28544321531890530322014-08-18T16:15:18.082+01:002014-08-18T16:15:18.082+01:00I have jet to hear back from Asda but expect to wi...I have jet to hear back from Asda but expect to within 2 days. I can not tell you the feeling of pure relief at the x ray results. I was not looking forward to the prospect of surgery. Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-89159227688762760122014-08-18T16:13:17.393+01:002014-08-18T16:13:17.393+01:00I had my last real coffee Saturday, I will have 1 ...I had my last real coffee Saturday, I will have 1 instant each day for a wek then every other day for a week. Hopfully that will prevent the headaches. I am going to roast some peppers, very cheap in Lidl this week, whizz them in the processor and try them in place of tomato, if it works there will be some going into the freezer.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-41848595207778858822014-08-18T16:10:11.707+01:002014-08-18T16:10:11.707+01:00I will be sharing every thing that I can squeeze o...I will be sharing every thing that I can squeeze out of the fabrics. They are on my table at the moment so that I can shuffle them about to get the best combinations. I found some lovely full length cotton nighties in a CS, I managed to get a waist slip and knee length nightie out of each. Just a slice with the rotary cutter, a press and a but of sewing and threading of elastic.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-67405742718394000112014-08-18T16:06:51.799+01:002014-08-18T16:06:51.799+01:00I used to have them in my garden in Lincs, a varie...I used to have them in my garden in Lincs, a variety called Black Bute. These wild ones are just as big and even more tasty, no problem with them drying out in Wales, some of the time they need water wings.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-43129783498304720332014-08-18T16:04:51.072+01:002014-08-18T16:04:51.072+01:00Blackberries are organic and free, the latter is t...Blackberries are organic and free, the latter is the most important to me, and i love the deep rich taste, I do not like the pips though.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-56826134154614531192014-08-18T16:03:33.622+01:002014-08-18T16:03:33.622+01:00I would not buy fresh produce online, it is great ...I would not buy fresh produce online, it is great for a stock up shop of basics. I can shop carefully and save much more than the delivery charge and save the time and petrol for the journey. My nearest Asda is at least 15 miles away and I will not go out of my way just to shop. each time I take the car out it has to multi task to get the best value for money and time. I pressed the pulp from my jelly bag through a sieve and made Jampurelly, a recipe from Frugal in Norfolk. It is glorious on toast, in cakes and puddings and even better straight off a spoon.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-20719255386620481862014-08-18T15:58:46.764+01:002014-08-18T15:58:46.764+01:00i checked this out, droolworthy to the highest deg...i checked this out, droolworthy to the highest degree. Guess I will have to look through my yarns. Thank you JanPamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-16141215049875362872014-08-18T15:57:00.880+01:002014-08-18T15:57:00.880+01:00I have done several shops with both Asda and Tesco...I have done several shops with both Asda and Tesco with no problems. They are good for stocking up on the basics that are heavy and bulky. I am busy looking through my patterns and books for inspiration to use those prints. I have ordered some books from the library as well.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18406981075860636289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-38454873699756243442014-08-18T15:16:37.668+01:002014-08-18T15:16:37.668+01:00Hello Pam,
I wanted you to know what a lovely gem ...Hello Pam,<br />I wanted you to know what a lovely gem your blog has been!I can see we have many shared interests.<br />I was saddened to hear of your child dying,then parents and husband.This is beyond unfair and you are very gracious.<br />If I am nosy,say so or ignore me,are your family nieces and nephews?You have a continuity I don't have.<br />I too was a food stylist/home economist before training in environmental health,now that's another story.<br /><br />Very best wishes,<br />Ann MarieHelensmumhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02225453203438221289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-9915374719397122472014-08-18T14:35:25.370+01:002014-08-18T14:35:25.370+01:00hello pam,
i love your fabric! Ihave blackberries ...hello pam,<br />i love your fabric! Ihave blackberries in my garden and I pick up each day a big bowl<br />Many windfall apples are waiting of me.I will made apple jelly and blackberry with apple jelly.I crochet a few granny squares for my blanket. <br />Wish you a wonderful week,<br />reginaReginas Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12263131368566323993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-3057995373183053252014-08-17T18:14:12.607+01:002014-08-17T18:14:12.607+01:00Such pretty fabrics. I can't wait to see what ...Such pretty fabrics. I can't wait to see what you make with it. It is always frustrating to not have good service. Glad that the x rays show no sign of arthritis.Eggs In My Pockethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17229803318817119532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-58368650769905185612014-08-17T15:05:53.283+01:002014-08-17T15:05:53.283+01:00Such lovely fabric, I'm sure they'll be tu...Such lovely fabric, I'm sure they'll be turned in to something wonderful. I've never shopped online before but I know many people who do. That's bad service missing out a part of your order, I hope they offer you some kind of compensation. Glad to hear the x rays came back without any sign of arthritis, that must be a weight off your mind.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-67475677362635349132014-08-17T14:14:45.038+01:002014-08-17T14:14:45.038+01:00Thanks for popping over and sharing your tomato re...Thanks for popping over and sharing your tomato reactions with me, I find it really helpful. I'm stopping coffee then I will be moving on to the nightshades. Like you tomatoes are the base of most of my meals so it will be really difficult x Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06597069824333007603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-6100412874875830592014-08-17T11:42:51.679+01:002014-08-17T11:42:51.679+01:00Hi Pam,
Love the fabrics in both bundles, Will yo...Hi Pam,<br />Love the fabrics in both bundles, Will you show us the bag when you've made it please? <br />Have found my sewing mojo again & to get back into it, I'm making nighties for myself.<br />Hopefully, I'll have a try at patchwork soon.<br />Your crochet basket is wonderful too, so bright & sunny, will cheer up many a winter.s day whilst you are crocheting Kim @ Him, Him Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09566674565055851455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-30029898489951600782014-08-17T10:21:22.975+01:002014-08-17T10:21:22.975+01:00Love your fabrics, and now feel the need to pick b...Love your fabrics, and now feel the need to pick blackberries, my plant in the garden has failed again this year, the trees suck all the moisture and the plant just survives. Never done on-line shopping, my daughter uses all the supermarkets and is always complaining about something missing or poor quality.Poppypatchworkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12749159567150084975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-44622002934402068212014-08-17T08:42:15.463+01:002014-08-17T08:42:15.463+01:00Lovely fabrics x I keep meaning to go blackberry p...Lovely fabrics x I keep meaning to go blackberry picking, we've got tons over our local field xBridgethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12545418260169484456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-41962489217012187182014-08-16T21:45:21.632+01:002014-08-16T21:45:21.632+01:00What lovely fabrics to receive!
I`ve also been ou...What lovely fabrics to receive! <br />I`ve also been out with my granddaughter today. We also came home with 1.5 kg of blackberries. I made a lattice flan, 4 jars of apple, blackberry and rum jam for DB, and we had a blackberry crumble as dessert tonight. <br />I must say, I`ve never tried this online shopping, and from what I`ve heard and read it would positively turn me off it as well. I`m afraid, I`m the old style shopper who wants to see, feel and make the choice of produce in the shop. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09114653674812242486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-24613020472206232992014-08-16T21:35:42.809+01:002014-08-16T21:35:42.809+01:00The big supermarkets don't offer online shoppi...The big supermarkets don't offer online shopping here although it would be nice to have that option in the dead of winter. Your new fabrics look fabulous, I'm sure you'll have a great time playing with them! I saw this on facebook today and thought of you because of all the colours. Check it out.<br />http://www.lookatwhatimade.net/crafts/yarn/crochet/free-crochet-patterns/sophies-garden-large-crochet-square-photo-tutorial/Janicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12465050441931715127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2541083431029092303.post-50953612314759060672014-08-16T20:17:28.678+01:002014-08-16T20:17:28.678+01:00I only tried an online food shop once some years a...I only tried an online food shop once some years ago, was not impressed so much was missing I had to go and do a shop I havent done one since.<br />Lovely collection of fabric you have there I am looking forward to seeing what you do with them. :-)Dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05213759909336433460noreply@blogger.com