30th August 2015 On the morning of the 10th of August, Sue whisked the boys off to Corby for a brilliant session of ‘Muddy Play’ at the lake, courtesy of the Council. It was an undeniable success, judging by the state of their wellies afterwards. Meanwhile, I indulged in the glamorous task of weeding, spraying,… Continue Reading

10th August 2015 The crayfish trap I’d ordered from eBay finally turned up, and I was practically salivating at the thought of a wok brimming with succulent American interlopers. Armed with the recommended bait, cat food, no less, I set the trap in a deep pool just a few yards upriver from the little garden… Continue Reading