Last blast of winter – 2021/06
on 13th February 2021
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Any time from late January is blossom time in Dol. But another stunning tree in flower at this time of year is the Mimosa, Acacia dealbata
Clothespegs and broomsticks – 2021/01
on 9th January 2021
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Even in winter we can see rainbows, as a fast moving rain storm clears, to be followed by sunshine.
The natural year in Dol – 2021/00
on 2nd January 2021
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I am alive to the natural world in which I live, observing the day to day changes as the seasons inexorably march forwards.
I need a bigger horse – 2020/51
on 19th December 2020
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Where ever i am working, inside, outside or on the computer, I usually have one or more of the felines with me. Not always helping, sometimes playing, sometimes just watching, they seem to just enjoy being with me.
Getting bletted – 2020/42
on 17th October 2020
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There are so many nice walks around the village, it is a shame that there is no authoritative guide for visitors to follow.
Only nine lives – 2020/40
on 3rd October 2020
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Very sadly Risha has passed away this week, aged 14 (76 human years), suffering from Chronic Kidney Disease.
A degree makes all the difference – 2020/39
on 26th September 2020
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Autumn flowers seem to shine in the bright sunshine we get at this time of year.
Puss in boots – 2020/35
on 29th August 2020
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Puss in boots This week: Sufficient is never enough; Better built on site; Different “no dig” approach; Puss in boots; Suddenly it is Saturday afternoon again. The days pass with what seems like ever increasing frequency. But when I … Read More
The Open’s closed – 2020/32
on 8th August 2020
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I watched a summer storm approach the island on Tuesday. After short but intense rainfall, the skies cleared and the sun came out.
The Common Cormorant – 2020/31
on 1st August 2020
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Early morning mise over the seas around Jelsa and Vrboska and the Dinaric Alps in the distance, make a timeless scene on Stari Grad Plain