Tuesday, April 14, 2015

FLOWERS OF AUTUMN


Hello...
I read in the newspaper that Autumn in Brisbane is five weeks late this year...


but we are grateful, a hint of cool has begun,
 and both we and the garden are thankful for the change in the air.


Maximum temperatures of 27 C.  and a few minimums of 14 C.
Much better, and the flowers don't die in one day.



We popped into the garden centre for some mulch..


but I found a punnet of Linaria, Fairy Bouquet.
It reminds me of my mother, who used to grow it when I was a little girl.
Of course I had to bring some home...
Such dainty, pretty little blooms.  I'll keep you posted on their progress.


Then there was the punnet of antique colour pansies.
I know, we are going to Canada soon, but....
can't let pansy season go unacknowledged, can I?


This is me, about to hit the walking trail -
 to shake off a few kilos before we set out..
as you do...


and because there has been a hint, a slight promise,  of the possibility of winter,
I found a new cashmere jumper..


and a floppy felt hat.
The last time I owned a hat like this, my children were very small..
It is even possible the Beatles were still together.


Mr C and I watched Episode 1 of Wolf Hall...

and loved it.

Having grown up hearing about Henry VIII and his six wives,
and as avid lovers of history, we thought we might find it a bit stale.
Not at all.  It is a fresh take on history, with the story working around Thomas Cromwell, in a portrayal rather different from the generally accepted historical record.  It is beautifully filmed by candlelight and natural outdoor settings, and the costumes are wonderful.
Here's Anne Boleyn showing one of her skills:


Can't wait for Ep. 2.


Maleny says Hi!

Have a good week.

XXX








29 comments:

  1. Hello dear Patricia,
    This is such a lovely post.
    You look 'spiffing' in your walking gear.
    the temp there sounds just perfect. We are heading for a week of rain.
    Its not been a very nice April so far.
    When are you going to Canada.. that will be so great to see your family again.
    love the hat and jumper.
    wishing you luck with your autumn flowers.
    Not heard of Wolf Hall.. must look it up.
    happy week Patricia.
    hugs val xxx

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    1. Dear Val, thank you for your kind comments. Your roses will love the rain! We are going to Canada very soon... looking forward to playing with those little boys :)
      Hugs, P.

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  2. Lovely post Trish. It is so nice with that touch of cooler weather. We have been out in the garden too. Beautiful cashmere and hat xx

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    1. Thank you Michelle - yes, nice weather for the garden, for us and the flowers! Glad you like my little purchases... xx

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  3. Cooler weather 27C? That spells hot over here; ).
    What a wonderfully pink cashmere you have found! And you are even dressed cutely for walking! The cashmere would go with your shorts too, when it cools in the evening!

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    1. I know - 27 is still hot, Mette. It has been such a stinker of a summer that any reduction in the heat is good! I like it when the maximum is about 20. Yes, have to wear shorts here, no matter how old we are - it is a necessity to manage the exercise. Glad you like my pink cashmere - I thought the delicate shade irresistable :)

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  4. What lovely flowers. And I agree with you, I can never let pansies go unbought when it is the season!

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    1. Hello Jenny, it is great to have a few flowers about. There are many pansy fanciers in the world - they are a great unifier!

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  5. Hi, Patricia...fun to see you start to post things on fall when we are into Spring here in the States. Looks like a great new hat and sweater!

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    1. I know, Spring over there Linda Kay, and I for one can't wait to see a few lilacs and crabapples - so gorgeous!

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  6. Beautiful flowers, the colour of that pansy is just divine isn't it!!!! xx

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    1. Yes, divine colours in those antique shades, Amy. I am wondering what the others will look like when they bloom. No doubt they will also have their portrait taken! xx

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  7. Lovely flower pics so nice to see plants not wilting in the heat anymore. Bit like humans not wilting either! Wolf Hall looks interesting, I'm guessing its not on free to air. Ah well, I'll have to make do with Downton.

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    1. Hi Barb, what a hot year it has been for us all. We are so relieved to be able to 'play gardens' again! You are correct, Wolf Hall was on cable. I never get around to watching Downton, so I am hopeless in the many Downton conversations I encounter these days...

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  8. Patricia, it's so nice to see a bit of Autumn on your post today. The flowers are still coming along and filled with color. I love your floppy hat. One of my favorite pictures is with me wearing a hat like this with my young son. I love hats but don't wear them often. It's so nice that you take a walk on the trails. You can capture all of nature's beauty.

    Enjoy your beautiful Autumn, Patricia.

    love, ~Sheri

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    1. Hi Sheri, Glad you like my hat, and I can imagine you wearing one too! It feels part of the Autumn scene. This is my favourite season, so I have been a bit disappointed it has come so late, but I can now enjoy it. Off to have another walk now. xxx

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  9. I've been wanting to watch Wolf Hall! I've missed several episodes on TV so I will have to look for them online. It's great to hear that your weather is cooling off, it sounds like your summers are so very hot. I love all of your flowers and especially the succulents in the first photo, so pretty.

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    1. Hi Jennifer, Global warming has certainly hit us lately. Some summers are mild and pleasant; hope the next one is like that. Growing succulents is my new thing, they are very easy. But I need the flowers too. I think you might enjoy Wolf Hall - hope you find the missing bits!

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  10. Hello Patricia
    You look fit and healthy heading out for your walk. You will be so full of energy when you get to Canada which is always good.
    Love your flower choices and how interesting it is that we are drawn to flowers our parents liked. Fond wishes
    Helen xx

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    1. Hello Helen, Walking does keep me healthy - it is a first priority each day for me. Yes, it is interesting how flowers are involved in memory and thoughts about other people, times and places. Many things I grow have connections of this kind. Lovely to hear from you Helen. xx

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  11. Love your succulents, Patricia...
    Too funny about the Beatles!!!
    We haven't gotten that PBS show here yet...still watching Call The Midwife!
    You look snappy in your walking shoes...you will look fabulous Dahling!!
    When are you coming up here???
    Weather is pretty nice...
    A nice cool change for you...
    Cheers!
    Linda :o)

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    1. Hi Linda, glad the weather is nice over there, but still hoping for a teeny bit of snow - somewhere...behind a rock or something :)
      Trying to decide on clothing to pack - balance between short/long sleeves etc. I need to keep it lean, so every piece must be an essential. We are coming over in May. Not long now... Cheers!

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    2. Oh I bet you can't wait!
      You have grandchildren here too....right?

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    3. Yes, Linda, two little boys and our dear daughter. Haven't seen them for 2 years, so yes, we can't wait :)

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  12. I remember watching a BBC six part episode on Henry 8 and his six wives when I was very young.

    I love what I think is a catus (?). It loves like a catus rose above. Mother Nature is amazing!

    Lastly, wish I lived close enough to join you walking. It's a great way for spouses, friends or neighbors to chat and catch up.

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    1. Debra, I remember that BBC series too. It was so popular, and really good. In the first picture there are two little cactus, a pink and a yellow, then the second picture is like a rose, isn't it...not sure if you call it a cactus or a succulent, but they are all fun to grow. Our walking track is very popular - it runs through a park and by the creek with a swimming hole. Often there are birthday parties there, and lots of people on bikes, pushing prams, and dogs!

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  13. What lovely succulents. And you are so lucky to have a walking trail nearby. And Canada is going to be an event to look forward to - catching up with your family.

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    1. Thank you Sarah Liz. I am watching the Ottawa temperatures daily, attempting to assemble just the right capsule wardrobe for their Spring. I like every garment to work hard, and I travel light!

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  14. Patricia, I love the fact that your autumn flowers are our spring ones and that we can enjoy them together. I do hope those more reasonable temperatures continue and become even cooler for you, so that you can get in lots of healthy long walks before you head off to Canada. :-)

    I'm so glad you're enjoying 'Wolf Hall'. I thought it was mesmerising - one of the best dramas I've seen for a very long time.

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