So we can’t do much more in the garden than pull up the occasional persistent weed, send the resilient snails and slugs ‘on holiday’ viz tossed over the fence and hope a small outbreak of blue mould on the nicotianas doesn’t spread.
There are good signs – whisper it only – as the rain has eased and the soaked ground is stimulating rapid growth.
The temperatures are a pleasant 23-25C – 500 miles south of us, Southern Europe is being beaten by 45+C. Let’s hope that stays in Spain, at least for now.
Dog’s holiday plans are fixed – he’d be totally discombobulated by the influx of wedding guests so a close friend Steve is taking him in for a couple of days. I’m not which of us will miss the other most.
My name is Geoff Le Pard. Once I was a lawyer; now I am a writer. I've published several books: a four book series following Harry Spittle as he grows from hapless student to hapless partner in a London law firm; four others in different genres; a book of poetry; four anthologies of short fiction; and a memoir of my mother. I have several more in the pipeline.
I have been blogging regularly since 2014, on topic as diverse as: poetry based on famous poems; memories from my life; my garden; my dog; a whole variety of short fiction; my attempts at baking and food; travel and the consequent disasters; theatre, film and book reviews; and the occasional thought piece. Mostly it is whatever takes my fancy.
I avoid politics, mostly, and religion, always. I don't mean to upset anyone but if I do, well, sorry and I suggest you go elsewhere.
These are my thoughts and no one else is to blame. If you want to nab anything I post, please acknowledge where it came from.
I hope there are no battle lines of evicted slugs amassing on the other side of the wall! Very beautiful Geoff. I’m sure you are very proud, and justifiably so.
Everything does indeed look lovely! Now comes the hard part: making it through the final countdown without going bonkers. Wishing you all a peaceful (!) and beautiful occasion. Enjoy, FOF – you’ve earned it. 🙂
Emegherd! Emegherd! It’s so close! 😀 … wot a glorious showing of colour. You did good! 😀 … all digits crossed for the next two weeks … poor Dog, poor Geoff.
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Oh, it’s going to be a stunning backdrop to a beautiful day 🥰
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I keep hoping
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The gardens look fantastic! All the best for the upcoming wedding.
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Thank you
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You’re welcome
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I only hope your beautiful garden doesn’t steal the limelight from the happy couple.
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Heck, I’d take that.
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You’ve sure put in the loving labour on that garden. I hope everyone appreciates that. 😀
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I hope so but as long as the happy couple have a good time my work is done..
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Your daughter is so lucky to have such a fabulus place to hold her special day!
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Ah, I’ve confused you. The diary posts are a follow up to my daughters wedding two years ago. This one is my son’s. And I hope it stays fabulous
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I’m easily confused. Of course, it is your son’s wedding that is coming up. Your future daughter-in-law is the lucky one this time!!
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Oh indeed but then so is he. A v lovely couple..
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Looks wonderful Geoff. Sorry Dog will miss the big day after all he has done supervising the creation of the stunning venue!
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He’ll probably be less stressed…
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I think even the Queen must be jealous of this garden. 🙂 Congratulations, and enjoy a great rest of the Sunday! xx Michael
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Thank you. Fingers crossed we can keep sane for another 13 days
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What a lovely garden. You have set yourself up for yet another career, Master Gardener! Oh, and Dog is always welcome here. ❤
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If I could pack him off!!
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I hope the heat in Spain stays mainly in the plain! The garden is fantastic but poor Dog! Banished!
I will miss him, too.
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I know. I hope he’ll forgive me!
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I hope there are no battle lines of evicted slugs amassing on the other side of the wall! Very beautiful Geoff. I’m sure you are very proud, and justifiably so.
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I’m holding it in. As for those gathering gastropods, bring it on slime balls!!
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Looking great Geoff. 😁
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Thanks John
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It’s going to be the wedding of the year 💜
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That maybe asking a lot… but we will try.
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I hope the weather holds! Yes, southern Europe is definitely suffering.
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Fingers crossed but we’ll have fun whatever, I expect
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Everything still looks impeccable. I assume there will be no more children to marry off after this.
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Nope just thr two…
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I’ll have a word with Michael Fish
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Don’t you dare!
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🙂
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Hi Geoff, I’m holding thumbs that everything goes well for the next two weeks. You’ve worked so hard on your garden.
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It will be good to get it done now..
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Everything does indeed look lovely! Now comes the hard part: making it through the final countdown without going bonkers. Wishing you all a peaceful (!) and beautiful occasion. Enjoy, FOF – you’ve earned it. 🙂
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Hope so…
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Emegherd! Emegherd! It’s so close! 😀 … wot a glorious showing of colour. You did good! 😀 … all digits crossed for the next two weeks … poor Dog, poor Geoff.
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I know. Cruel to be kind. At least that’s how I’m trying to convince myself.
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It all looks wonderful, Goeff! Hope the weather holds🤞
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The forecast is sunny, mid twenties but I’m scarred enough to count no chickens or other fowl.
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What a superb garden Geoff! All credit to your labours. May the sun ever shine on your son and his new bride..Happiness to everyone!..
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