No Lions Mane - well a small bit probably right at the end of its existence there out of nutrients - but a beautiful October day and plenty to find and the first lunch in the Wood Cabin. http://www.fungi.com https://www.ted.com/talks/paul_stamets_on_6_ways_mushrooms_can_save_the_world#t-897949
Category: Cabin
September Swallow runway, water catchment
Glorious slanting sun. 'One thing I've learned and loved about this job, says Graham, 'Is using the Draw Knife. I've looked on ebay, all sorts of different draw knives for different things. Now I'm getting boring'.
July August Forest school
Forest school started this summer with Abi and her team. It's been extended beyond the summer in to the Autumn. The woodland is alive with children's voices, feral face painted kids - a benign Lord of the Flies. The next days I find arrows, wool in trees and wood piles waiting for the next time.… Continue reading July August Forest school
July Windows
Another adjustment. Decided to open up the north and put in windows. Waveney Windows did a good deal for £300. Malcolm advised, but Graham cut out templates. A good decision.
July Wood Warden and Waney Edging
A new wood warden has arrived. Paul, Tom's son, who is on his way between one place and another in his life. Paul takes him under his wing. This is one of those gifts that arrives at just the right time. He works for living in the wood, which eases my tight finances and works… Continue reading July Wood Warden and Waney Edging
June July Mid Summer parties
May Frugal
On this spring fresh cold day, a hint of warmth. Paul recommenced work on the wood cabin under Graham's instructions and waving fees until next month. I am a thousand over drawn and unable to find a way of catching up. Almost 60 experiencing my first austerity, living frugally. The wisdom of Paul falls on… Continue reading May Frugal
March Vernal EquinoxParty
March More Wood
Running out of wood, some dead in Holton Hall Park came to rescue. All will be waney edging.
Feb The Fineal at Bob’s Films at the Cut
The Bob event at the Cut, was a success. A whole day of his films. One brother came, and left early saying nothing except news of his cold. Why? I struggle with their silence. But it was not their day. And the wood and it's cabin came too in the form of the Fineal (see… Continue reading Feb The Fineal at Bob’s Films at the Cut