The weather at the weekend was just how I like it, sunny but still bitterly cold, perfect for treating a little white car to a much needed wash and polish. There was also a solitary afternoon drive to one of the many abbeys in these parts, with Barton Hollow at full volume on the CD player, and shopping for the dress with the bride to be (which turned out to be easier than anticipated). We've had a family dinner in a North Yorks country pub where the wait was far too long for what turned out to be just so so food, not half as tasty as the cauliflower cheese we had for lunch. Two cats and a dog have had their annual examinations and jabs (one's too fat, one doesn't clean his nose properly and the other needs a special diet) and our bank account has been subsequently depleted. Not much is happening in the garden (I didn't get round to planting any of the bulbs I'd bought) though the camellia buds are almost ready to burst into flower and the Corsican hellebore is brightening a corner. Too many pancakes have been flipped and eaten with too much maple syrup. Biscuits, chocolate and cake will not be consumed until Easter Sunday.
All sounds lovely, apart from the effect on the bank balance!
Posted by: Moira | February 23, 2012 at 07:47 PM
Sounds like you are just livin the dream??
Posted by: Helen | February 24, 2012 at 07:56 AM
The cauliflower cheese does look good! Nothing much in my garden just yet, but a few crocuses are braving the rain...
Posted by: Rattling On | February 24, 2012 at 11:50 AM
I love cauliflower cheese, one of my all time favourite comfort foods. Sounds like things are just tickety boo!
Posted by: Brenda B | February 24, 2012 at 12:41 PM
I've been loving Barton Hollow too, the CD bought on your previous recommendation! And yes, it is the perfect music to drive to isn't it.
Posted by: Annie | February 24, 2012 at 06:25 PM
It's just occurred to me that if your daughter is getting married, then you will be a mother-of-the-bride! You seem to be taking it in your stride too - I'm very impressed.
Posted by: colleen | February 27, 2012 at 02:43 PM
Hi Liz
wow! Mother of the Bride ????
So exciting !
It does sound as though you've had a very good weekend and the abbey ruin is so romantic, just perfect for a sunny winter's day.
Thanks for popping by and sharing some bag / boot love :-)
Posted by: josie crafter at Homemade and Happy | February 27, 2012 at 06:04 PM
How exciting to be planning a wedding! I just love them :) I can't wait to shop for a dress with my daughter!!
Posted by: Elizabeth | February 28, 2012 at 04:42 AM