It was Passover and we joined a group of friends and (now) new friends in Portugal to observe and celebrate the 8 day festival. While I was there a beautiful cat slept on my balcony and allowed me to be her companion

I also met a Harris Hawk that patrols the grounds with its trainer to deter seagulls and pigeons from dive bombing guests

I returned home to find that Cieste had given birth to a healthy boy lamb. Considering that she is 12 years old and nearly died lambing last year we are amazed and delighted

The garden has grown into a mini jungle and is verdant and lush. The wonderful Di looked after all the animals and birds and fed baby lamb 3 times a day.

Now some serious gardening begins. Where do I start? Click below