tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post272706932084525631..comments2024-03-16T03:26:10.413+10:00Comments on a hopeful nature: Here & Now 21Meghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-66920731954981266632018-05-23T20:25:37.081+10:002018-05-23T20:25:37.081+10:00I've come home to ripe raspberries so I am thi...I've come home to ripe raspberries so I am think they ripen about now! There's been enough ripe ones for a little raspberry picnic on the grass...all three of them tasted so good! Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-57737351123940333952018-05-23T20:24:35.787+10:002018-05-23T20:24:35.787+10:00I have been to Tassie twice, Tanya, and I love it ...I have been to Tassie twice, Tanya, and I love it so! I certainly have enough warm clothes to warrant a visit now. Melbourne was lovely but, yes, I missed the quiet of home after the hustle and bustle of such a busy city. Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-33985640240151692172018-05-23T20:23:20.858+10:002018-05-23T20:23:20.858+10:00Oh, yes! Big snuggly Labrador dog here is a bundle...Oh, yes! Big snuggly Labrador dog here is a bundle of warmth, especially when he flops himself down on our feet! Meg;)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-56999616701811957962018-05-15T14:14:13.540+10:002018-05-15T14:14:13.540+10:00yes, definitely getting colder! I'm curious ab...yes, definitely getting colder! I'm curious about the native raspberries - when do they ripen? Hope you get a bumper crop.<br />Keep warm.Grow Gather Enjoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05069999391136930106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-89520276646467905912018-05-15T10:08:07.988+10:002018-05-15T10:08:07.988+10:00Maybe next year a trip to Tassie, you have to get ...Maybe next year a trip to Tassie, you have to get some wear out of those warm clothes! Have a lovely time in Melbourne and I'm sure it will serve to renew afresh your love of the quieter life.Tanya Murrayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04867118885094628168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-29171927922424597092018-05-15T06:17:15.858+10:002018-05-15T06:17:15.858+10:00Brrrr! We've been luck with a mostly warmer th...Brrrr! We've been luck with a mostly warmer than usual autumn, but that's recently turned back to typical cold, wet, and windy weather. I haven't broken out the hot chocolate or hot lemon yet, but I feel it coming on! As for hot water bottles, I find big snuggly dogs very helpful in that department. Hehe. :) Happy travels!Green in Real Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05841124852729707667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-66127671647595096072018-05-14T16:32:49.351+10:002018-05-14T16:32:49.351+10:00I think we might be missing the sun a little bit w...I think we might be missing the sun a little bit while we are away, Kathy. The forecast is looking very cold indeed with showers also. Luckily, there are many great things to do that are indoors. Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-13005744383834894872018-05-14T16:31:55.565+10:002018-05-14T16:31:55.565+10:00Top temperatures of 13C in Melbourne, Sarah. I thi...Top temperatures of 13C in Melbourne, Sarah. I think many layers are going to be essential! I can't wait to explore the city though! Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-52058941501703074732018-05-14T13:59:55.651+10:002018-05-14T13:59:55.651+10:00Hasn't it gotten cold all of a sudden! The fir...Hasn't it gotten cold all of a sudden! The fire is lit here, and the hot water bottles have been in use, too. Perfect inside weather...not so fun for outside activities :-)<br />Planning for trips away is always fun! I think you will need to pack a few extra layers for Melbourne, I hear it's very cold!<br />Sarah xSay Little Henhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11059966714131515884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-49998992645598772542018-05-14T11:53:28.079+10:002018-05-14T11:53:28.079+10:00Enjoy your trip to Melbourne...I lived there for 2...Enjoy your trip to Melbourne...I lived there for 2 years and it's an amazing city but there's no place like home in Sunny Queensland.Kathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13278810299840471966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-67778352482087212632018-05-14T06:57:15.425+10:002018-05-14T06:57:15.425+10:00Thanks, Nil. We fly down to Melbourne tomorrow and...Thanks, Nil. We fly down to Melbourne tomorrow and are staying right in the city so it's easy to travel around, walking or on the trams. It is going to be very cold so today I will pack all the warmth I can fit into a suitcase! Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-75831039636161046922018-05-14T06:54:44.828+10:002018-05-14T06:54:44.828+10:00I love the softness of flannel, Stephenie. We have...I love the softness of flannel, Stephenie. We have flannelette sheets on our beds now and they are snuggly warm when toasted by a hot water bottle. Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-3176027181843577912018-05-14T06:53:25.924+10:002018-05-14T06:53:25.924+10:00It's quite cold here this morning, Marlene, so...It's quite cold here this morning, Marlene, so I am thinking of your warm Spring weather and hoping our day warms somewhat. It must be such a lovely season for you after your very cold Winters. Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-28400664878407072232018-05-13T02:53:25.576+10:002018-05-13T02:53:25.576+10:00Enjoy your trip to Melbourne, Meg! Enjoy your trip to Melbourne, Meg! Nil @ The Little House by the Lakehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05812637017406376233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-77929669671398577922018-05-12T23:41:06.538+10:002018-05-12T23:41:06.538+10:00I love your garden photos, Meg. It was cold enough...I love your garden photos, Meg. It was cold enough last night to wear a flannel nightgown again. I hope the baby citrus don't freeze at night. Enjoy your trip. Traveling is so exciting.TheAwakenedSoulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11636961399581011120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-40289167362071167652018-05-12T17:57:29.599+10:002018-05-12T17:57:29.599+10:00Whilst here it's spring, going into summer and...Whilst here it's spring, going into summer and it's the best time of year. The start of Autumn is always a warming time to snuggle and drink hot chocolate.Poppypatchworkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12749159567150084975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-78953048064579078422018-05-12T17:54:15.494+10:002018-05-12T17:54:15.494+10:00The wind is really icy here, Nanette. Very cold bu...The wind is really icy here, Nanette. Very cold but then I love this kind of weather where you rug up and hold mugs of hot drinks in your hands to warm them up. Stay warm! Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-27229353951571635092018-05-12T17:52:19.260+10:002018-05-12T17:52:19.260+10:00I am really looking forward to visiting Melbourne ...I am really looking forward to visiting Melbourne for the first time, Julie. I'm not quite sure why I haven't been before. We travelled the Great Ocean Road many years ago but never went into the city of Melbourne. Hope you are having a lovely weekend! Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-86148584065552499882018-05-12T14:09:52.375+10:002018-05-12T14:09:52.375+10:00The cold southerlies have hit my little corner as ...The cold southerlies have hit my little corner as well, Meg. The sun's quite hot, but the wind is just too cold to be outside. Your trip sounds exciting, I think you'll enjoy Melbourne very much. Nanettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14473143331781472223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-22277330673967546582018-05-12T12:49:17.979+10:002018-05-12T12:49:17.979+10:00Your garden looks wonderful Meg. It is definately...Your garden looks wonderful Meg. It is definately cooler here but not quite so cold just yet. I am waiting for the right moon cycle to plant my winter veggie garden.(another 10 days yet). I can well imagine how much you are looking forward to your trip to Melbourne ... I think it is a wonderful city. Happy Weekend to you Meg & thanks for your visit to my blog. XxxJuliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08301647145550214950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-63900967563202657802018-05-12T11:44:56.273+10:002018-05-12T11:44:56.273+10:00I keep thinking it's only early Autumn, Cheryl...I keep thinking it's only early Autumn, Cheryl! The seasons have been a bit "out of kilter" so I'm happy to see now what I hope will be the first of many cold days ahead. (I don't need much excuse to trundle round in my trackies!) Meg:oMeghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-72075399115698947062018-05-12T11:42:36.538+10:002018-05-12T11:42:36.538+10:00The allysum self seeds here and pops up everywhere...The allysum self seeds here and pops up everywhere, Chris. The bees love it! I bought a few extra warm clothes at the op-shop today just to make sure we stay "snug as bugs" while we are there. We really haven't needed many Winter woolies here for a couple of seasons so I wanted to make sure we'd be warm. Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-85707557754648564052018-05-12T11:39:31.485+10:002018-05-12T11:39:31.485+10:00Thanks, Jan. I have never been to Melbourne so I a...Thanks, Jan. I have never been to Melbourne so I am quite excited to see the city and discover some of its sights. Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-5983348788128439562018-05-12T11:38:57.283+10:002018-05-12T11:38:57.283+10:00Stay warm at the markets, Chel. I am glad the cold...Stay warm at the markets, Chel. I am glad the cold snap has arrived. We'll be packing lots of warm clothes so we can layer up when we are in Melbourne. Meg:)Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11573371198907761962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1625835970797307834.post-72725080572283870052018-05-12T11:10:50.478+10:002018-05-12T11:10:50.478+10:00It's our first cold day here too! Can't co...It's our first cold day here too! Can't complain though, mid May, and this is the first hint of Autumn we've had, and it will be Winter in a couple of weeks!Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07900993246451486017noreply@blogger.com