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John Ovenden, December 04th, 2009
Poor Lavinia. She doesn’t know how she’ll cope.
‘The Help’ has let her down again. This time she’s having a baby. Can you believe the excuses some people dream up, when ‘the gells’ are coming round for Christmas drinks at 5 o’clock ?
It’s too much ! Lavinia simply... 
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Sophie Thomson, December 04th, 2009
All I want for Christmas is ……………………………….
As we start to think about Christmas and what presents we need to buy, consider giving a gardening gift. Whether it is for a green thumb, a would-be green thumb or even a black thumb, there is sure to be a gift to suit. Here are some suggestions:
1.Living gifts are always popular with both true gardeners and beginners. If you want to give a plant with a Christmas theme you can’t... Read Article
John Ovenden, October 23rd, 2009
There’s nothing like coming home again, is there, after you’ve been away on holiday, returning to the familiarity of everything around you. That’s provided you can find your house to begin with.
I had to do three reconnoitring circuits of our place last week before I could be sure of recognising it. This was because the weeds…. Oh, the weeds. I had to fight my way past wildebeest, tiger and even pterodactyl just to get a glimpse... Read Article
John Ovenden, October 09th, 2009
Looking at Life for October 11th- 24th 2009.
In order to make room in my shed, principally for me, I’ve started to “go through” multifarious boxes of old files that I’ve apparently accumulated over the years.
Therefore, all other work has ceased around the place, as I re-read my old BBC diaries. Thus, I invite you... Read Article
Heather Britton, October 09th, 2009
Barossa Wine Traveller
By Tyson Stelzer and Grant Dodd
Published by Wine Press; RRP $20
This stylish 232-page regional guide includes 150 wineries with all the usual contact details and opening hours, as well as child-friendly wineries, maps, accommodation, places to eat, and more. But the most engaging aspect is the winery profiles, where we gain some rare insights into the local characters and what the region means to them. To tap into the soul of the Barossa, start with... Read Article
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