Holidays in Autumn

Well Thursday marked the last day of the first school term for 2010. I have to say that it could not have come any sooner as my wonderful colleagues and I were feeling quite drained. I kept insisting to my staff that they must rest these holidays... I don't think I needed to labour the point, given they had worked so hard and with such generosity of spirit.

In any case, I think these holidays are wonderful holidays because not only do they tie into the Easter celebrations, but they also allow for moments of quiet. The summer holidays, by their very placement encompass the busy Christmas and New Years celebrations. It is also the end of the school year. I must say that Autumn is becoming one of my favourite seasons.

I have begun to take stock of the myriad of tasks that need to be completed over the break. First on my list is to plant some seeds and tend to my plants. I love gardening, but sadly have not been able to get out there as much as I would like, except to water my plants. I have had no end of success in keeping the Tarragon well and truly alive! Not to mention that, my succulents are also growing quite well. The palm tree that Mark and I decided to have a go at growing seems to be going well, as does the Christmas bush and of course the Orchids.

I have a fern that is growing new fronds on what seems to be a daily basis and the lily tree has added another leaf. I think I need to buy some food for the lilly.

This evening I cooked a delicious chicken and vegetable soup, served with toasted, crusty sourdough bread. I will post the recipe in another post, if you are interested in trying it out! I find that soup really helps to warm the soul and nourish the body and mind. I have attached some pictures from my garden, of dinner tonight and of some pictures from our weekend in Adelaide last week, for a wedding.

Enjoy and Happy Easter!