( This novel may have a different cover in some countries.)
READING MEET ME AT THE MUSEUM A first time novel by Anne Youngson about the developing relationship between a woman on a farm in Bury St Edmunds, in the UK and a member of staff at the Silkeborg Museum in Denmark and their shared interest in bog bodies, particularly Tollund Man.
Their letters, then emails, slowly but skillfully tell their stories as they exchange confidences. The book unfolds at a leisurely pace, leading to the predictable but satisfying finale. Gentle and spirited, this story makes us consider the road not taken. This was a very good read.
Also working my way through Janelle McCulloch’s LONDON SECRETS again as I will be in London soon and have an uncommitted day and want to make the most of it! This is a comprehensive selection of addresses focusing on my favourite things: style, design, glamour and gardens with a few cafes and restaurants thrown in. The photographs are also beautiful, so the whole planning process is most enjoyable.
WATCHING The second series of Un Village Francais. I’ve written about the first volume before and this series continues where that last finished. Historically correct and sympathetic to the villagers, it makes engaging but not always comfortable viewing.
GARDENING Spring has arrived in Western Australia and so have the first of the flowers. The tomato and coriander seedlings are doing well and the zinnia and Swan River Daisy seeds have germinated. The roses are all in flower or about to bloom and my alstroemerias, favourite cut flowers, are also about to bloom.
Today is Do Something Nice Day, so that’s easy. Do something nice for other people and yourself where ever you are and enjoy the day.