I worked outside on this lovely Sunday afternoon cutting back the Limelight hydrangeas and some more general spring cleanup. It's really too early to do very much but it was nice being outdoors. The snowdrops are in full bloom and they are my harbingers of spring and the daffodils will be next.
I recently finished watching all five seasons of Kavanaugh QC on Tubi and loved it. It's on Amazon Prime too. Kavanagh Q.C. is a British Series about a barrister with the designation of Queen's Counsel (hence the title) starring John Thaw. I love all legal dramas, especially the English ones with barristers and judges wearing robes and wigs. I learned John Thaw was the original Inspector Morse and now I am watching and really enjoying all of those old episodes on YouTube. Somehow I missed them when they aired on PBS. I don't think the new Morse on Endeavour can hold a candle to the old Morse!
xo
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I loved the original 'Morse' on PBS in the 1980's- The sequel 'Endeavor' reveals why Morse never used his first name. Can still remember the poignant episode when the character passed away. So well acted with Kevin Whatley playing sidekick Lewis.
Your paperwhites are beautiful! It's always exciting when we see those green shoots and spring flowers. Rosemary, when you mentioned cutting back your hydrangeas, it reminded me of all the hydrangeas we tried to keep up with when we were on the farm. Our current home has very few plantings, but we have a lovely grove of old evergreens. I'm going to try to make some wise decisions about planting--being mindful that it's not quite as easy to do some tasks as it was when I was younger.
Eileen in Fla. == Eileen, I am loving the older Morse series so much! Did you know two of John Thaw's relatives play roles in Endeavour:
https://www.oxinabox.co.uk/its-a-family-affair-john-thaws-daughter-abigail-stars-in-endeavours-new-series-with-her-own-daughter-playing-her-mother/
It's a small world, isn't it? I am still watching Endeavour but I think I would have been disappointed if I had watched Inspector Morse first.
xo, Rosemary
Pam, I am in complete agreement with your new plan for less maintenance for your plantings. There are some lovely small evergreen conifers you should consider.
https://www.singtree.com/digest/dwarf-and-miniature-conifers-the-smaller-garden
I am going to look for some too.
xo, Rosemary
Thank you for the link about mini conifers. Gosh, I didn't know there were so many to choose from! In the past, we had really good luck with the mini conical spruce trees. On the other hand, we won't buy any more arborvitaes because they required lots of care and pesticide due to bagworm infestation (you might not have those pests where you live, Rosemary). I've promised myself to research and keep it very simple. I love flowers, and I moved some of my big pots to our new place. At least I can get those planted while I figure out a plan. I'm like a little kid when spring comes...can't wait to get out in the dirt!lol
Pam -- I have never been a fan of arborvitaes because they were gas station plants in the south when I was growing up there. They are very popular in my area as screening plants. I've never heard of bagworms but I understand your not wanting to use pesticides. I never use them either. Have fun designing your new gardens. I'm glad you liked the link I sent. xo, Rosemary
Such lovely flowers. I’m from Minnesota and we call those snowdrops and white narcissus paper whites. I guess it’s regional differences. Thanks for providing beautiful pictures.
You might enjoy Escape to the Country. can be found on YouTube and Amazon (maybe Netflix). The programme's TV format follows potential buyers (usually from London) as they look for their dream home in the rural UK by viewing three houses (including a "mystery property") in the designated area. After they inspect each house, the host asks the buyers to guess the seller's asking price. Episodes also feature information regarding the towns and villages presented, for example local industry and history. At the end of each episode, the buyers choose one of the options.
Also a great one I found is GRAND DESIGNS, made in Britain and Australia.
On YouTube and Amazon. They are so good! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Designs
You like homes and interiors.
also, Dalgliesh - Based on P.D. James’s bestsellers, this riveting mystery series stars Bertie Carvel as enigmatic Inspector Adam Dalgliesh, investigating complex crimes in 1970s England. On Acorn via amazon
also on Acorn: Midsomer Murders - DC Inspector John Barnaby (Neil Dudgeon) and his team of detectives investigate murders around the regional community of Midsomer County in this classic UK mystery series. The early shows feature John Nettles. Close to a cozy mystery?
Kath -- Thank you for the correction. I have no idea why I called the snowdrops paperwhites! I was posting at the end of a long tiring day so my brain must have been asleep. I have corrected the title and the body of the post. I'm glad you liked the photo. xo, Rosemary
Kim Carney -- I get Escape to the Country on one of my Air Antenna TV channels. Thanks for telling me it's also on YouTube.
I like the program very much. xo, Rosemary
Kim Carney -- Thanks for the GRAND DESIGNS suggestion too. I shall try to find it.
I know about Midsomer Murders and enjoy them very much. I have tried Dalgliesh but didn't continue for some reason. I will take another look soon. Thanks for helping me find things to watch. xo, Rosemary
Lots of interesting comments. As long as we talking entertainment, I thought I'd throw in a movie I saw on one of the free platforms (sorry I can't remember which one). "A Month in the Country" is a 1987 British film, an adaptation of the 1980 novel of the same name by J. L. Carr, and stars Colin Firth, Kenneth Branagh (in his first credited role), Natasha Richardson and Patrick Malahide. A poignant story. Fun seeing Firth and Branagh as young men.
mia -- I saw that film too and it was wonderful. Thanks for the recommendation, always appreciated. I found the link to watch it free on YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXQuvKLjMtM
xo, Rosemary
Quite a bit further north in southwestern most Vermont, my Snowdrops are just peeking above ground. A spare few clumps are just trying to bloom with many more on the way up. When there are Snowdrops, all is right with the world!
Mundi -- Mine started peeking out in February. They spread like wildfire too. They say spring travels 100 miles a week so my area is way ahead of lower Vermont. I love your Snowdrops quote. Thanks. xo, Rosemary
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