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10/6/2019

Hello those of you who are still with me!

One new hardrive and a considerable amount of stress later I am so happy to be back here after a gap of wh a full week which made me aware of how much this daily blog means to me.

It is like a touchstone in my day, making me take stock of where I am at, and having like-minded and generously responsive people to share that with.

June days have been full of contrasts. There have been times when I could hardly see the loch..

and days that look just as you wish June to look.

How has your June gone so far? Are you designing and planning your summer?

I have got off to a healthy start with a breathing exercise which makes me feel great in the mornings.

More tomorrow!

20 Comments

Sue

11/6/2019 12:04:05 am

My June so far has been pretty disappointing as I’m on holiday in Devon/Cornwall area and you probably know what the weather has been like here.
We have managed to make the most of it so far but our ingenuity is beginning to wane.
Walking has happened every day but today's weather may defeat us.
Ah well there are always newspapers and puzzles on the net plus crochet etc.
Trouble is we'd planned a day out to give our hosts a day's space!
At least we are not camping as we parted with our VW camper van a year ago!

Freda

11/6/2019 12:17:29 am

Oh I know how disappointing that can be! How about a thorough search for the prettiest, cosiest, most welcoming pub in Cornwall and Devon, with the very best food. Sawday's have just brought out a new guide. You could share your findings here Sue and we could follow your trail when next in that beautiful area.

Gail

11/6/2019 01:55:26 am

Missed you and your insights, interesting links, and pretty photos.
June is middle of “kitten season” ( babies born late March to end of August) so I’m busy getting females spayed, raising funds, adopting out foster kittens.
Glad your computer is up and running

Freda

11/6/2019 02:58:08 am

Tell us more Gail. :-)

Mary

11/6/2019 03:27:28 am

Happy to see you back! Miss your wisdom.

June sees me still in a boot (broken bone in foot from rolling my ankle a while back) and watching my 5 year old grandson while his daycare provider takes a holiday. There is a reason to have children when you are young! But, on the whole, he is pretty delightful. We've had a couple of morning play-dates his cousins--not quite 4yr girl and not quite 2 yr old boy, and the youngest boy, born in April. Play-dates are v. loud.

Freda

11/6/2019 07:24:30 pm

I don't know about wisdom Mary! But I do know having my children young was good for me too. Sounds tricky though with a boot and all the little ones. But fun!

Susan (Dorset)

11/6/2019 07:46:26 am

Torrential rain daily, here in Dorset.
Like a cat, I don't like to get wet (unless swimming). So, I'm staying indoors for the week: cooking, late Spring cleaning, preparing & planning future projects and feasting on the Poliakoff season on BBC iPlayer.
My garden (front & back), a tangle of lush green, is engulfing my cottage: when the rain ceases, I may need a machete to break out!

Freda

11/6/2019 07:27:35 pm

Sounds like you are making the best of it Susan and I hope you can fight your way out when the sun shines again! (Hurrah for iPlayer...)

cath

11/6/2019 08:15:15 am

Happy to find you back here.
As for June and possibly summer as a whole, I am thinking about a bookish vacation. Meaning: reading a few books, if possible from my own shelves, situated somewhere I would have liked to spend a holiday.

Freda

11/6/2019 07:29:33 pm

A bookation? What a good idea Cath. Enjoy!
It's very nice to be back in touch with you all.

Lotta link

11/6/2019 10:34:59 am

Glad you've got it sorted now Freda, and I think June looks wonderful in both her outfits! Her red accessories are particularly striking. The months are going by so quickly this year, I am far from planning and designing a summer... more like running to catch up with it!

Freda

11/6/2019 07:32:06 pm

The red gate cheers on even the dullest day. Hope you can catch up and find plenty of time to relax too.

Grace

11/6/2019 12:09:28 pm

Welcome back Freda! June has not been bustin' out all over here in Paris. In fact, it's tipping it down right now! There are so many nice things happening this month, but I never really get to enjoy them as this is one of the busiest times of the year for teachers. Roll on semi-retirement as of September!!!

Freda

11/6/2019 07:35:08 pm

Maybe you can be planning next June! We've had some lovely days but the forecast is for more rain for my visitors..

cathy

11/6/2019 05:13:14 pm

the weather has been mostly good, but the 17 year cicadas are out. they don't bite, but are pretty ugly to look at & sound like a ufo hovering overhead. they can make being outside pretty miserable just because they are everywhere! i'll be glad when they are gone - probably by mid july.

Freda

11/6/2019 07:37:25 pm

Well isn't that amazing! I'm familiar with cicadas in the Mediterranean, but hadn't heard of 17 year cicadas. I do know the noise can drive you mad!

Thanh

11/6/2019 06:42:10 pm

Can you do a blog on your journey to Simplicity and maybe some tips on moving to Scotland? I am inspired by your posts and hopefully, one day, i'll have time to really sit and enjoy my cup of tea. :)

Freda

11/6/2019 07:44:04 pm

I think that's what this blog is all about really and am glad you enjoy the posts Thanh I would say Scotland is a good place to live, friendly and I hope welcoming, though the climate and the midgies can take a bit of getting used to I suspect...I hope you get that cup of tea!

Susan (Dorset)

11/6/2019 11:51:48 pm

Hi Thanh.
Forget 'hopefully, one day'.
Start today and continue if you wish: an appointment with yourself, maybe just 15 mins (devices switched off & no interruptions: go and hide somewhere) for a cup of tea and to read an entry from Freda's inspiring & encouraging blog.
You can start right at the beginning and follow through Freda's journey, in the last decade.
Susan

Julia

13/6/2019 06:34:26 am

June in eastern ontario has been cold, rainy, and overcast, except for 3 nice days. I do admit it is hard to make myself go our for a walk in rain...3 days of sun, and on the dock for yoga made up for it all though.
:-) your photos, as always are so delightful, Freda!

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