What a windy week it’s turned out to be! It started on Sunday when Nick and I decided to drive down to the South coast – even though the weather forecast was not good and that thunderstorms were likely. We picked this day because we were running out of time to fit in the beaches where I really need shells from. Continue reading
It’s been a worrying few days since I wrote in my last post that my friend Jackie was going to take me to the Doctor in Kalives. We went first thing Thursday morning and I was so relieved that Jackie came with me. She can vouch for this doctor because she has also had to consult him on something a few months ago. I was grateful for her reassurance on all counts. Also it was a comfort to know that this doctor understands and speaks good English. Continue reading
Normally life never runs on an even keel all of the time. Although since moving to Crete almost five years ago, my world has generally been stress-free and enjoyable. But now and again fate throws a spanner in the works and these times are sent to try us! Continue reading
I have been very busy, as usual, continuing to build up my stock of seashell mosaics and collages and also preparing for the website. David (my fellow artist friend whom I exhibit with) and I share a website to showcase our art. David is busy re-vamping the site and I am trying to re-take photographs of my 3D canvases, which is more difficult than you can imagine! Continue reading
The weather here in Crete has been just wonderful! Nearly every day has been sunny and warm, saving me money on Calor Gas bottles and hot water (which of course is heated by the sun through solar panels on the roof). So when the sun has crept onto my balcony in the afternoons – from then until sundown I have been working there most days. Continue reading
For the last few days I have been in mourning. I received sad and shocking news that my treasured buddy Paul has passed away suddenly. Continue reading
These last ten days back on Crete have been as busy as ever. I’ve been catching up with close friends and finding out how their Christmas and New Year celebrations went. Then there’s always lots of work to do where my seashell mosaics are concerned. After taking three weeks off, I am eager to step up production again. Continue reading
So here we are at the start of 2014 and I wish everyone a very Happy New Year – let’s hope it’s a good one!
I am now back home here on Crete after my three week break in the UK and am reflecting on how it all went. Continue reading
I have been trying to cram in as much work as possible before I go back to the UK for Christmas and New Year. I leave Crete tomorrow to spend three whole weeks with my family and meet up with my closest friends to enjoy this festive time of the year. Christmas isn’t really celebrated here on Crete, well, not compared to the build up and atmosphere you get in the UK. Easter is definitely the biggest event in the Greek calendar year. Continue reading
I can’t believe how quickly the time is passing and that it’s only 8 more days before I return to the UK for 3 weeks of Christmas and New Year. I can’t wait! I can’t wait to see my lovely girls again and I feel so lucky to be part of such a large and happy family because when we all get together it’s just one big party! Continue reading