Monthly Archives: March 2025

Tax collection by hedge

Posted on March 18, 2025 by Gary

This morning, on the World Service, I learned about an extraordinary hedge. The programme was about artists Himali Singh Soin and David Soin Tappeser and their art installation at Somerset House in London. The exhibit highlights the hedge that once … Continue reading →

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Snowdrops and cats

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Gary

I was sitting in my study this afternoon when a weather alert popped up on my phone. It was a warning of impending snow. ‘There is a high chance of snow in the next few hours’ it read. I looked … Continue reading →

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My grandfather

Posted on March 16, 2025 by Gary

I was in ICA this morning and had wandered unexpectedly into the jam and conserves aisle when I was reminded of my maternal grandfather. It was because of a bottle of marmalade that had caught my eye. I was almost … Continue reading →

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Who killed Bambi?

Posted on March 15, 2025 by Gary

It was another glorious day in Trosa today. The sun was inviting enough for Mirinda to take the girls to the lake for a walk. She even took a flask of tea to drink by the water’s edge, something she … Continue reading →

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In honour of White Day

Posted on March 14, 2025 by Gary

Mapo Tofu, originated in China. The name, mapo tofu, roughly translates to pockmarked grandma’s beancurd, which I find delightful though odd because it doesn’t look like a pockmarked grandma at all. Anyway, the recipe was first created in China, in … Continue reading →

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Crunchy expanse of white

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Gary

Last night we had a delightful meal with Nicoline. She made pork and it was delicious. The homemade ice cream was pretty special as well. This follows her New Year’s resolution not to bring outside ice cream into the house. … Continue reading →

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Liljevalchs Vårsalongen 2025

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Gary

When I arrived at Liljevalch this morning, there was already a small crowd waiting to get in, even though there were still ten minutes before opening. The crowd steadily grew. A lot of them appeared to know each other. Once … Continue reading →

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Building not destroying

Posted on March 11, 2025 by Gary

In a uni essay recently, Mirinda told the sad story of the eradication of wolves in Sweden. It seems they were hated by a number of people who loved shooting and killing wild animals. One reason given was because they … Continue reading →

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Balls on the table

Posted on March 10, 2025 by Gary

In an odd twist, tonight, when KSP and Jonas brought the car back, Emma rushed out to greet them only to bark at KSP before happily and quietly going to Jonas with her tail wagging. This was most unusual. Something … Continue reading →

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On beef we sup

Posted on March 9, 2025 by Gary

I haven’t roasted beef for years. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I did. Lamb, chicken, pork, sure, but not beef. The reason is not because I dislike either the cooking or the eating of roast beef. I … Continue reading →

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