I will await the next instalment in 'The Life of Maisie' as I think that she will have more tricks up her sleeve for you Steve. You made a good choice when you and Jane chose her.

The spring is my favourite time in the garden, although the mild weather appears to have tricked the plants into thinking it's here already but the daffodils are always so bright and cheerful.  Jane knew what she was doing when she planted them.

I too found it rewarding reading through the service and celebration notes as with the day being so emotional it was difficult to remember all that was said.  I especially liked the poems as they were so meaningful and ones I had never heard before.

I look forward to more news on the garden as the year progresses but I expect at times it will test you as gardens so often do.  It wouldn't surprise me if you get chickens after all after hearing about Shell's!!