Frustration Most people would consider me to be a keen gardener.  I populate tubs and hanging baskets with flowering plants, grow several different types of vegetables, and aim to keep the shrubs and lawn in good order.  Despite all this effort, I am often frustrated at the results.  This year has been especially bad due to the weather conditions; cool … Read More

I always look to buy things of the best quality I can at the lowest price I can; I love a bargain.  While she was growing up, my daughter Elizabeth was often my shopping companion, especially at Sale time, and through this learned how to obtain the best value from limited funds.  Ever since she moved away to university and … Read More