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I Eat Weeds
A lot of people dream about having a vegetable garden. Fresh vegetables every day, full of flavour and at a cost of virtually nothing, except a bit of water and maybe some fertilizer. Yes, of course, another cost is your time and patience during the growing season. And then there are the problems which will…
Emergency Gloves, and other Knitting Stories
I’ve been able to knit for as long as I can remember. I was lucky enough to learn to knit at a very young age. I also learnt to crochet. And a bit later I learnt to sew, by hand and on a sewing machine. As a child I loved all of these activities. I…
14th February – St Trifon’s Day
You all know about St Valentine’s Day, but have you heard of St Trifon’s Day? Probably not, unless you live in Bulgaria! St Trifon’s Day is also celebrated on 14th February each year, just like St Valentine’s Day. But they are two very different celebrations. Whereas on St Valentine’s Day you’ll receive flowers, cards, and/or…
Born in a Car 