I've been feeling rather jaded over the last week; no energy or enthusiasm to do much of anything. I'm just hoping this feeling will pass as soon as the weather improves and we can get out in the garden again - but for some reason this stuff keeps coming along to stop us.
So what is there to look forward to? Well, even though we can't get outside to work in the garden things have been happening inside. Paul has been potting seeds ready for the greenhouse and garden later on plus some herbs for the kitchen windowsill. There's parsley, basil and cress plus radish, lettuce, spinach, beetroot, french beans, leeks and tomatoes - now that is something to look forward to!
Next week we are hoping to visit the - Potteries Museum and Art Gallery - to see the - Staffordshire Hoard. I've been watching the local papers to see how the queues are doing. We've decided to go next week, once half term is over, in the hope that the queuing time won't be as long in this cold weather - it's about two hours at the moment. The exhibition was opened last Friday by historian, writer and TV film maker/presenter - Michael Wood - a huge long term favourite of mine - several of his books can be found on my bookshelves. I see that the exhibition had some special visitors this morning - link - I'm guessing that they didn't have to join the queue ;)
Next week we are hoping to visit the - Potteries Museum and Art Gallery - to see the - Staffordshire Hoard. I've been watching the local papers to see how the queues are doing. We've decided to go next week, once half term is over, in the hope that the queuing time won't be as long in this cold weather - it's about two hours at the moment. The exhibition was opened last Friday by historian, writer and TV film maker/presenter - Michael Wood - a huge long term favourite of mine - several of his books can be found on my bookshelves. I see that the exhibition had some special visitors this morning - link - I'm guessing that they didn't have to join the queue ;)
We also have tickets to see the wonderful - Northern Broadsides - on their annual visit to the New Vic Theatre. We are going to see The Canterbury Tales and I've been keeping up to date with their rehearsals via photos and news on Facebook. It is looking good so far!
I'm also looking forward to reading the next book on my 'to be read' pile. 'An Education' by Lynn Barber. This books has been adapted by Nick Hornby for a successful - film - no doubt many of you have seen it already. We missed it when it came to our local university film theatre so I'm hoping that it comes back to one of the local cinemas soon which it may do if it wins some awards over the next few weeks.
Last but not least I'm looking forward to a slice of Victoria Sandwich Cake because it's Simone's Friday Cake Bake and here is my cake sandwiched with home made plum jam and dusted with icing sugar.
Time to put the kettle on!
You know how to keep you busy I see! Hope all your plans come true next week!.. I wish I could have a slice of that yummy cake right now..I'm stuck on silly accounting numbers since this morning and my brain is steaming :)
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend xxxx
Gorgeous cake Rosie! I am glad that you managed to muster up some enthusiasm for some baking. I bet the home made jam is delicious too. I am sorry you have been feeling jaded but the weather really does affect us doesn't it? I just want to sleep all the time! It looks like you have much to look forward to over the coming weeks and months. I have received my seed order and really need to see about starting some off soon. Have a lovely weekend. x
ReplyDeleteYum! Victoria Sponge Cake with plum jam? Sounds wonderful! Been a long time since I've tasted Victoria Sponge Cake (although I do have several Be-Ro books, both new and old).
ReplyDeleteSounds like you have lots to look forward to! I can sympathize on the "blahs" thing... even though I love winter I usually hit that time where my energy and enthusiasm are below normal.
I think the weather and the time of year is getting most people down but it looks like you have plenty to look forward to. the cake looks delicious.. Have a good weekend.x
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about the weather, not nice at all. My uncle got to see the hoard, he was quoted in the Sentinel. We always used to leave him looking around museums, he would be there for hours. I'll look forward to your report, hopefully it won't be long before I can go.
ReplyDeleteI know exactly how you feel. My energy level has seriously dropped! Usually happens this time of year. I do hope you get to see An Education. My favourite movie in months!
ReplyDeleteNow, chin up and slice that cake!!
Yes, I cant believe we've had more snow. I can understand how you feel and I'm the same. I just cant get motivated. I hope you manage to get in to see the Staffordshire hoard without too much queueing.
ReplyDeleteYou still do a lot and manage to do a post without feeling energy LOL!
ReplyDeleteDon't worry your low energy probably has to do with the weather -it would be understandable after all that snow and cold. But after a a month, pleas make you doc's visit, if you're still feeling this way -take care, Rosie:)
Good times ahead. Winter's always tough by the end! I love sponge cake, incidentally!
ReplyDeleteI also look forward to gardening and planting seeds early for the garden.
ReplyDeleteI too have a bit of a crush on Michael Wood!!! Sounds as if you are truly trying to keep yourself motivated - agaisnt all odds!!! I heard that you had some more snow - please keep it with you and dont send it up our way!! xxxxxx
ReplyDeleteHi Rosie,
ReplyDeleteI know the feeling re energy levels, I am sure we will all feel better when spring arrives.
We saw some of the gold hoard at the British Museum earlier this week, at least I think it was? I was surprised at how delicate it was. You are in for a treat!
I think even those of us who do not suffer from S.A.D. have had a touch of it this year, but that is not the post of a jaded soul. That's one to lift the heart and mind. You're coming out of it, I'd put money on it! All the b est.
ReplyDeleteYour cakes are soooo good! I Love Your new banner with the pansies too :o)
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