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What’s the weirdest thing you’ve found in your garden?
We found something weird in our allotment at the weekend! If you garden a lot or have an allotment plot, the chances are you’ve come across a few unusual finds from time to time. On our plot we have found everything from glass, pottery pieces, nails and the like. Once, I even found the legs…
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S9 Ep 8 Sage Secrets, Wisdom, Healing & Folklore
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-kbuuq-1890c0f In this episode of the My Slice of Life podcast, we explore the rich folklore of sage – a herb steeped in history, healing, and a little bit of magic. From ancient Roman medicine to medieval superstition, sacred smudging rituals to modern-day herb gardens, sage has long been valued as a symbol of wisdom,…
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Is this the sign I need to stop watching so much spooky stuff?
I was convinced we had a mimic in the house! Picture the scene: I had just sat down at the table in the living room, switched on my laptop and picked up my headphones. No sooner had I lifted them to my ears than I hear the word, “Mum”, in a loud whisper from the…
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Catch an Idea
Ideas and plans, in a mad swirl, they come – I frantically grab, trying to hold on to one. I’ll cling on so tightly, inspect what I find – it shines back so brightly and lights up my mind. I’ll roll them all up, and safely I’ll keep all the other ideas and buy them…
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Easter trip to Brodie Castle
I love going to Brodie Castle and Easter 2025 was a great time to do it again! For Easter Sunday, I wanted to go on a picnic with Dearest Son, even though the weather wasn’t the greatest. We have a ‘sort of’ tradition of going to Brodie Castle at Easter. I say sort of because…
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A ghost has taken the book
What happens if a shop has a ghost who hides things or throws items around when they get angry about the shop being rearranged? Well, I’m trying to find out! I was out walking Scooby the other day, with Dearest Son and we went past one of the local charity shops. In the window, they…
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S9 Ep 7 The Enchanted Apple – Folklore, Beliefs & Traditions
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-9gagn-18867f7 In this episode of the My Slice of Life podcast, we take a bite into the rich and enchanting folklore of the apple tree. From ancient myths and fairy tales to seasonal traditions and symbolism, the humble apple has held a powerful place in stories across cultures. Why is the apple linked with knowledge,…
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Carrots + Egg Tray (Take 2)
Carrot growing in an egg carton? I’m giving it another go but this time I’m doing it a little differently! Last year, I tried to grow carrots in egg trays but I went big – too big. The cartons dried out which is a problem whenever you grow something in cardboard. I got a few…
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Happy Easter
I need to do a catch up post and fill you in but I just wanted to wish you all a very Happy Easter.
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S9 Ep 6 Willow Magic: Legends, Lore & Symbolism
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-cvp84-187c3c5 In this weeks episode of the My Slice of Life podcast we are looking at a tree which is as beautiful as it is mysterious – the willow. From protection to grief, from healing to misfortune – the willow has it all. So join me as we take a deep dive into the folklore…
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The Chicken Wire/Compost Bin Saga!
I think I can declare victory on this one – finally Well I made it up to the plot, filled with unnatural levels of determination to get the chicken wire cut and put underneath the dalek compost bins. I planned to put 3 layers of it down, at angles so no more little ratty or…
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Is this another ‘coincidence’?
….or divine intervention… You may recall, I recently did a post about coincidence/divine intervention – you may not have seen it yet and that’s ok but I have another example I want to share with you. So picture the scene: Dearest Son has his first appointment at the orthodontist which is in a large town…
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