On Friday morning's walk B noticed sweepingly gestural ice calligraphy amongst dead leaves.
On Thursday I cut open a cabbage which revealed universal secrets of spiralling stars; it had a curious relationship with a curly seas pattern I have been playing about with recently.
Meanwhile, my avocado pits have been over-wintering in a nice spot by a window in a sheltered area of the house. They started growing new leaves in January which are picking up speed now. They have marvellous roots swirling about their jars, and I suppose it's about time to consider potting them and cutting back the leaves to encourage stronger roots, but I haven't the heart to interfere - they are so fascinating right now. I am just happy they have survived the worst of the freezing dark days of winter.
Now it's the weekend already, and I am cat-sitting Minnie. I thought she would freak out and stalk off in her haughty manner when I pointed my phone at her to capture her portrait, but in fact she was a total diva and I got some lovely shots - green eyes and pink nose in a fluffy face, and don't you just love her black chin under those white cheeks?
On a work note, I have plans. I am collecting ideas and setting things in motion which I am excited about, so there will be news on that front soon.