Some images of Brighton.....I particularly like the flying balloons!  I treated myself to a wondrous banana muffin at the Jamie Oliver cafe.  I have never tasted anything like it.  It was absolutely scrumptious - not surprisingly, because I read its description ... made not only with bananas, but also white chocolate chips, maple syrup and other goodies.  Anyway, I can't recommend it highly enough.  If ever you are near a Jamie Oliver cafe - try it and see!!  I also had a very useful tutorial at the Apple shop and have upgraded my computer.  It's now so quick, it reaches the next page almost before I press the mouse!  I am also in the process of making some mini visual treat booklets - playing around with photos of textiles etc.  This morning I had a mild panic when I realised I was totally deaf in my hurting ear!!!  But whistling hearing is slowly returning ....and at the least the pain is beginning to ease off a bit.  Hey ho - I should have been flying today - but obviously that is no longer possible.  I shall go to Italy to see my friend later in the year.  Meanwhile we are going to the new house today to check it all out.  Still have fingers, toes and everything else crossed that all will go ahead.  Time will tell.  Tonight we are going to see "Les Miserables" , the film that everyone is raving about.  I'm really looking forward to it and will let you know tomorrow what it's like.

The sun is shining this morning....so in a few minutes I shall be taking the dogs for their daily walk.  It only takes 5 mins. to get up on the Downs - I'll make sure I wrap up well. I have just bought a furry head band which fits snugly around my ears, and keeps my hurting ear cosy and warm.   I didn't get up until about 8.45 am which is unheard of for me - I must say I am rather enjoying it though.....I'm not quite sure when my creative mode will fully return - but in the meantime I am enjoying just being.  Have a good day x

What a lovely surprise this morning....a fine layer of snow transforms everything.  Even the most mundane looks gorgeous.  My friend's black dog came in from the garden looking distinctly white!  I am bedding down for the next few days as I've been struggling with bad ear pain for the last few days. Unfortunately I was due to fly over to Italy on Wednesday - but have decided not to risk further ear problems - plus I don't feel too hot either!  I shall postpone visit (thanks to my great friend Janet) until later on.  Keep warm and cozy everyone!

I love interiors, particularly this time of year when everything seems so dreary outside....mind you we have had a bit of sun when each man and his dog seems to go out walking to make the most of it!! These pictures are of a friend's delightful cottage.  We occasionally have our knitting group there and I'm sure the ambiance promotes creativity!!  Of course, I'm thinking about interiors as I think about our new house (hopefully).  Perhaps the most important thing is that I'm going to get a shed (!) and yesterday my grandson thought it would be a good idea to paint it turquoise....we shall see!

Brighton is my favourite place....there's always so much to see.....so many things to stimulate the eye and brain, not least the shops.  In the summer there is always music to be heard, accompanied by seagulls, and in the winter there is colour and cosiness.....which always lifts my spirit on these dark, cold days. By the way, I'm still trying to work out the advert for naked tea makers!!!

I am currently browsing through my old photos to remind myself of work done last year....I'm also anticipating what I shall do when I've got a home and all my things around me!  Yesterday I had a session at the Apple Store in order to upgrade my laptop and to look at new ways of sorting out my photos.  Technology is amazing and leaves me speechless....!  I only wish I was so amazing understanding it all!!!

I was rummaging through some of my work and came across this woven pocket which I attached to a felted knit bag.  I really liked it when I saw it and feel inspired to do some more when I have unearthed a weaving loom.  Plans for the house are chugging along. but there are so many forms to fill in and details to sort out.  Patience is a virtue...but I am happily living with a friend at the moment, so am just making the most of it.  I did go along to enrol on the creative journal course as I mentioned yesterday, only to be told that it had been cancelled.....obviously not meant to be, but  I now have my eye on an on-line course.  Will keep you informed....