Not nearly as much fun as the original context, I fear. Yesterday, I gave blood. I was feeling fit and healthy and cheery about my washing line Two hours later I had a sore throat and felt very tired. But this sometimes happens after giving blood,...

So, now that I've finished writing our Christmas letter, which is not entirely about vegetables and cooking, who wants a Christmas card & letter this year? If I haven't previously sent you a card, or if you have moved house, it would be helpful if...

We have a washing line! A vertical one, even! I am unbelievably excited about this. Between the washing line, my veggie seedlings and Andrew's clearing of urban bushland, the garden is virtually unrecognisable from a month ago... for a start, it...

OK, another bean and another zucchini sprouted overnight. I officially have Rather A Lot Of Seedlings. To this end, I currently have three zucchini seedlings, 2 melon seedlings and three bean seedlings to give away. I will undoubtedly have more...

There are two more zucchini seedlings than there were this morning. I don't even recall planting that row. I am a bit scared now... Also, watching pizza cook through the clear glass oven door promises to be a fascinating new hobby. Better than...