This week I caught up with a friend and went on a long walk which was lovely! I managed to do over 20k steps too which is always a bonus. I had been eating healthy but after being sent my tempting Earth & White Bread Box I did indulge in a couple of their fabulous pancakes complete with Banoffee spread I had lurking in the fridge! It was worth every calorie! But I was glad that I had those extra steps on my walk. It stopped me feeling quite so guilty for falling off the wagon already. Also given how much gardening I have done this week, surely that means I am justified having a few extra treats.

I didn’t take many photos this week. Saturday it was back to the library to stock up on books again. Then we bought my eldest new school shoes as he had outgrown his old ones. Followed by the big two-weekly food shop. I prefer when the weekend has a bit more fun in it but sometimes you have to tick off the chores. Plus I am glad the cupboards and fridge are full again. Fortunately, the boys didn’t have any homework so we could relax in that respect.

Gardening

We spent Saturday early evening and Sunday doing some gardening. My garden is out of control. The ivy really is taking over, and I noticed brambles are making themselves at home too! So, my youngest and I spent hours trying to get to grips with it.  I have so much green waste now, multiple piles dotted around the garden including ones as big as my youngest.

We did tackle the ivy at the other side of the house last summer. It’s still looking good on those walls without it so fingers crossed the effort we are putting in now will pay off eventually. The garden is certainly starting to look better.

My neighbours have such beautiful gardens I think we have to try and make ours that bit tidier. Although my poor arms are covered in scratches from the brambles, it might be time to invest in some longer gardening gloves to protect my skin. I never thought I would find gardening interesting, but now I am googling best ways to treat roses with green aphids or how to use white vinegar to get rid of ivy. With us having a dog I don’t want to use any chemical weedkillers.

Friendly Neighbour

A few days before my neighbour had kindly popped over and from a distance gave me a bit of a gardening masterclass. Basically, letting me know which were plants and which were weeds. I didn’t realize I even had a few things in my garden like honeysuckle. Now I know what it looks like I am more careful thinning out the borders.

I also told my neighbour how I liked the pretty pink flowers on one plant. She then asked if I had ever smelt it! Well it actually smells of cats wee. So I think I will continue to admire it from afar!

Constant Companion

Our dog enjoys being out in the garden with us. She watches what I do then tries to help in her own way.

She usually starts pulling out greenery with her mouth or digging in the soil. Most the time its actually plants I had hoped to keep rather than weeds. However, I do love her enthusiasm and the fact she is determined to chip in and do her bit. She is a good girl.

Blogging

My youngest was so pleased we were gifted a Swingball Pro to review, which will hopefully feature in the next couple of weeks. We already have the Swingball Classic but the pro has a few added features that enhance play.