Loving….
my first ever artichoke to cook…it felt very adult like.
Loving…
strawberry season, it’s fast and furious round here and that’s just the consumption of them. Another strawberry crumble was inhaled. (The key to it is the lemon zest, I’m sure of it.)
Loving…
reading the spring edition of Earth Garden.
Loving…
light, and so much more of it. It’s there early in the morning and it’s there in the early evening.
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While this week certainly hasn’t been all sunshiney soft light, rainbows, and unicorns. I am really thankful for those small moments captured in these pictures. I’m also loving the fact that we have a functioning healthcare system in this country, (that while it isn’t without it’s problems, is pretty damn good as well.) And I’m loving that.
What have you been loving lately?
[“Often life’s pleasures pass us by simply because we don’t take a moment to focus on them… Make a point of noticing everyday something that uplifts your spirit or tickles your heart… Stop to breathe in the joy of this moment and then tell someone about it. Share your joy and revel in it. When your joy is savoured, and then shared, it is magnified…” ROBIN GRILLE]
cityhippyfarmgirl 
I’m loving my local pears, cool fall mornings, and fall apples! Artichokes are a favorite of mine; I simply steam them and pick the leaves one by one to eat plain. My husband only eats the hearts, so it works out perfectly in our house. 🙂
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That’s a winning combination Ngan with your husband 🙂 Artichokes are funny things aren’t they. Visually I think they are stunning.
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I felt the same way when I cooked an artichoke for the first time! I’m a little concerned that you’ve had reason to love the health system, but yes, we’re very lucky. I’m loving watching my husband discover the changes in the garden. He gets very excited when he notices something different. We’ve been here almost a year and are loving the little back yard more and more.
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Sam that’s a wonderful thing to be loving. A year in the one spot is just enough time to really, really notice those garden differences, and to be getting excited about…well even better. I get excited about the changes my pots present, let alone a whole big garden!
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brydie..the strawberries have been amazing lately..i bought two kilos to make jam but they were so good we ate them fresh..i’m loving watching the progress of my seed plantings..the tomatoes are ready to be transplanted into bigger containers..and i agree with you about our health system..yes..it isn’t perfect but it’s pretty damned good especially compared to so many other countries..and that’s a great security particularly with the little ones like you have..
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It’s the little ones that are making me be thankful for our healthcare system, so yes…a HUGE yes.
Enjoy all of those seedlings and strawberries Jane, (and maybe whisper a hurry up to my tomato seedlings as they are taking their sweet time at the moment.)
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I’m loving the light, the broad beans and the softness of the air. I know of what you speak with the health system: Tony’s had some scary issues over the last few months (now seemingly resolved) and I give thanks for our health system. Not perfect but pretty damn good as you say.
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Rose, sending a basketful of healthy wishes to Tony (and you.) Scary medical issues for loved ones is hard… really hard. xx
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Hello Brydie…can it be Sunday again? How good is the new look Earth Garden magazine? I really love it. I have not seen the latest issue, I will have to find it. The strawberries have been amazing. They are so cheap…it makes me wonder what the farmers are making out of it. Lately I am loving celebrating my daughter’s 8th birthday with a simple gathering in the bush and abundant asparagus in the garden. Happy Sunday to you! x
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They are cheap aren’t they….what does a strawberry farmer get I wonder (musing now too.) Happy Birthday to your daughter, and hurray for simple gatherings in the bush I say.
As for Earth Garden’s new look, yep it is rocking, and I’m loving it lots!
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I’m loving autumn at Casa Debbio, except that I am about to tackle some weeding.
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Debra I’d offer to come weed it all for you…I might be awhile though.
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Tell more about the magazine. it looks intriguing. I’m loving cool crisp days In New York and warm Sunny days. A wealth of fresh veggies and a good walk.
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Have a peek here Joanna http://www.earthgarden.com.au/
“…sustainable living for householders seeking a more eco-conscious lifestyle.”
You will love it 🙂
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I’m loving the seasonal changes too, albeit of the autumnal sort here 🙂 And artichoke cooking…very impressive indeed dear Brydie. I once bought one with that intention but never actually got to it (terribly wasteful and so I’ve never tried again!).
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A European Autumn is just as delicious as an Australian one Kari…I do like Autumn. Maybe you can find another artichoke and redeem yourself 😉
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Oh, that quote at the end really sums it up!
It’s difficult to be ‘present’ these days where life seems to fly by so fast. But it’s so important to stop and breather. We experienced something quite inspirational yesterday at the beach- I looked up from gathering shells with my little boys to find beachgoers busily digging in the sand, having conversations with one another, and just being in the moment. How refreshing to see everyone looking for something *other* than their cell phones 😉
On a seasonal note, enjoy those strawberries! Our season is fast and furious here as well, however we’re diving head first into autumn. Loving these changes.
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It’s a good quote isn’t it. I never get tired of reading it, as I really do need a little reminding now and then.
As for your moment, I soooo get that! I hope there are more moments like that to witness.
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Earl spring is a mix of incredibly possibilities and me, twitching on the sidelines waiting for the dreaded “Daylight Savings” to kick in. On one hand we are building a huge perimeter fence around our house block so that I can garden in peace inside without wallaby invasion and the dogs can run to their hearts content (Earls hearts content might involve 24/7 marathons for the first few weeks 😉 ) and everything out there is making me twitch with excitement about the gardening possibilities. Then I remember that next Sunday is Daylight Savings…probably not so bad for people who get up at normal times but this little black narfy duck gets up at 3am…I have set the clock for 2am this week. I don’t need to day any more about that ;). Loving your gorgeous Sydney possibilities, the light and you are SO right about the health system (at the moment). Make the most of it while we still have it. Gorgeous cosmos and light shot and that quote at the end is food for the soul 🙂
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Oh Narfy, 2am…sheesh. That really is the middle of the night. I’m wondering whether you go to bed super early or throw sleep in general to the wind. Makes my 5am sound quite lazy and moochy doesn’t it!.
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I point blank refuse to be turned into a zombie by daylight savings and thus my 2am is next Sunday’s 3am and my “normal” time to wake. This is my (bolshie) way of robbing daylight savings of it’s power to stupify ;). I have been going to bed at 6pm… yeah… lucky I don’t watch television eh? 😉
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Loving this inspiring post, Brydie after a week without internet due to moving. I am loving being a suburbanite with its perks such as council waste and recycling pick-up, walking to park and mobile library bus! Closer to my bulk health food shop! Oh and better and cheaper internet connection! Warmer house! Newer kitchen and bathroom! Lots to be loving and lots of gratitude.
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big changes for you Zena! xx
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I’m loving the gorgeous weather and the longer days. Really looking forward to daylight saving. I haven’t yet cooked an artichoke but I remember my mother cooking them in a large pot of boiling lemon water xx
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What a good reminder for ALL the wonderful things that are happening. Gotta say Im with you on the extra light too, its so awesome to feel summer is on it’s way. Super grateful for the most wonderful coast trip last weekend, time spent with family, good food, sleep ins. so lucky 🙂
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I’m loving that I can get a dose of sunshine and brightness from southern hemisphere blogs as we head towards autumn. I can never bring myself to cut the artichokes as I love to see them stand above the flowers in the garden. We’re almost ready to start eating Jerusalem artichokes.
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I just moved home after 18 months in Tasmania and I want to look at my home state of WA through the same fresh eyes I had for beautiful Tassie. I think I fell in love a little but over there but I am now determined not to take all the stunning vistas around me here for granted. Just saw kangaroos hoping past my bedroom window in Dunsbourough. Life is pretty amazing.
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Lovely post… so much to be thankful for. And us, having an accessible healthcare system is a blessing, especially when it’s needed most!
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