The Girdle of Melian

rafts! and ature! Two secret gift exchange projects, in Our Flag Means Death colours! A house and a park made by the six-year-old! A wee blanket! Secret Christmas gift project -- sewing a smile onto this doggie! It doesn't show up in the photo, but there's snow falling on this tree! Sunrise! Sheep! Moon and village tree Michael Palin! Talking about his latest book, another edition of his diaries This was a Guardian Live event online, a fun interview, and some audience questions His favourite Monty Python sketch is the cheese shop! One of his favourite characters from the films is the Centurion in Life of Brian, the one who was momentarily pleased at not having to make crosses anymore So glad that participating online was an option! Hope you have some delicious feasts planned over the holidays!

ooking class! With Samba Schutte! Part 6 in my series of OFMD posts ! The Death By Cheese class benefitted the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank . So, cheese... Ingredients! Cheeeeese... (a gluten-free version was available, but not a dairy-free one, yet!) I didn't have a bigger pan, so I made two smaller ones! Fresh out of the oven! Samba! Hosted by bemomentus Yum! Bon appetit! Don't you just love mac 'n' cheese?  If not, what's your favourite comfort food?

welcome to the final Insecure Writer's Support Group Day for this year! Happy to be co-hosting today! Look at this adorable reindeer! Image by  Gerd Altmann  from  Pixabay Insecure Writer's Support Group A database resource site and support group for writers and authors. Featuring weekly guests and tips, a monthly blogfest gathering, a Facebook group, and thousands of links – all to benefit writers! Website / Facebook / Twitter  / Reedsy Discount /  Past Issues / Fast Five Free Gift - Mobi / Epub / Pdf Purpose : To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds! Posting : The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer’s Support Group day. Post your thoughts on your own blog. Talk about your doubts and the fears you have conquered. Discuss your ...

got to attend a talk given by Jane Goodall! The pictures are blurry because they're my own, and I was up on a balcony. She's so inspiring, and so very patient. I aspire to be as calm as she is. From her website: "We are a global community conservation organization that advances the vision and work of Dr. Jane Goodall . By protecting chimpanzees and inspiring people to conserve the natural world we all share, we improve the lives of people, animals and the environment. Everything is connected—everyone can make a difference." The book I read as a child! I brought it with me, but there was no opportunity to have it signed.   And a few extra photos! Stork! One of Tolkien's later poems that I really loved. I just read the new edition of Tolkien's collected poems ! The Cryptid Factor : Exciting new merchandise!   Have you read or watched any of Dr Goodall's works?