My little Mediterranean-esque mingle.

looking very relaxing.

I know what you mean about Eve, it is a dilemma. Do you have anyone near by that could call in to feed her. That's what I do for my daughter, feed, water and clean cat litter tray when they go away. The dog either goes on her own holiday to a dog walker/looker afterer or she goes with them. A w/e is usually me staying over.

You have so many beautiful plants Kate. Is that really a 'lilac' Agapanthus in the first pic? Gorgeous!

It’s beautiful and lovely to sort of pretend/think your in the Mediterranean 🙂 the blue sky in some of the photos certainly give it a Mediterranean feel enjoy!

Thank you, Eileen. I’m off now for a while. I am trying to get out in the garden to relax and ‘hide away’ when the sun shines for several hours at a time. When it rains, I’m catching up with chores, yoga etc.
I’m just pleased to have time off as work has been so busy.
I’ve so many lovely friends and neighbours offer to pop in and spend a little time with Eve. Unfortunately, she’s a cat that loves company, would hate to be on her own overnight and is quite anxious. We got her as a rescue just before covid. Timing wasn’t great. We were at home for a long time and she has got used to this.
We found a cattery in Hedon, nice couple. So, hopefully, she’ll be ok. We’re not too far away if she becomes too anxious or unsettled.

Thanks Julia, I think I favour purples and pinks of all shades, it seems to work in my tiny garden. I do love sunshine colours too, but it feels right having a palette of associative colours.
Yes, we switched from July to September when going abroad. It was the heat. So difficult to enjoy the sights and places leisurely. Pre covid, we went somewhere in England in summer and abroad early September. I’m hoping we can build up to it again next year. Fingers…and paws crossed.

Oh thank you, Sheila, that’s very kind. The first pic is actually an Allium ‘Millennium ’, which flowers through summer and into the late summer. It’s pink rather than the usual purple jewelled variety.

Aw thanks kindly, Kidsgran, that’s lovely of you! It’s definitely a great form of escapism in the garden, isn’t it!
What would we do without them? Gardens, balconies, window boxes, pots…

Your garden looks beautiful Kate, I have that allium but mine has not opened yet.Hope you get some where you like to look after Eve, they are worry aren't they, but I am sure you will find some where, in the mean time you can enjoy your lovely garden.xx

Callie, you’re very kind, what a really lovely thing to say! I do like this allium as it blooms after the others have long faded.
I have booked Eve in to a cattery, but, I’m still quite anxious myself, as is OH. I think it’s a lot to do with not being apart form her since we brought her home from her foster Mum 😊. It’s a wrench. I know she’s a cat and it seems silly, but, she our cat!
Thanks for your message, hopefully you’re enjoying your garden too xx

Kate, you have some lovely plants in your garden, be it a small one or not!
When we had Megan cat we had no worries about her being in a cattery as she was such a character and everyone there loved spending time with her. You will find Evie will be spoilt rotten at the cattery, especially as it will be her first time away, on her own little holiday.

Such an attractive garden, Kate. I know what you mean about Eve. I hate putting ours in there too - they're always pleased to be back home. They are definitely 'retired people' cats as we're very rarely away, too! Probably a good thing to introduce her to the idea as you never know if you may need to go away unexpectedly at short notice.

Thank you, Klahanie.

Thanks so much, Ange.
I’m still finding it difficult thinking about her in the cattery for a few days. I just hope she’ll be ok! I guess we won’t be too far if she is not settling.
One of my patients jokingly said, we’ll be back after one night! :-D
He referred to OH’s comments previously - crikey, you’re going to put Eve in prison while you go off on a break!
Yes, we are crazy cat people after all!

That's not nearly as small as some - just be proud of it. We used to have an active member who had a few pots in the little front area of a terraced house, and a few pots in the back yard. It has been interesting watching your garden develop over the years. It looks great and is something to be cherished and pleased with. You did well to manage to part with Eve into a cattery - such a difficult thing to do, but she will be fine, and so happy top be home again when you get back!
Best wishes from one cat person to another!

Thanks so much for your really lovely comment, Sue. Much appreciated! It's so kind of you to say so, you've really made me smile!!! 😊
2 compliments today re the size. A friend picked me up to go for lunch at 11.30, to meet up with another friend.
We had a quick coffee and she was very complimentary too. She said, although it's small, there's so much planted up to make it look full and interesting. She has a French lady living behind her, and mentioned her garden was quite similar. Pleased as punch!
It's good to hear some positivity from yourself as a cat parent, as well as from the others. Makes me feel less anxious about it. Thanks again. x

It doesn't look "bijou" to me Kate with all those lovely plants.
It's amazing what you can do with a small space.
I am sure Evie will be ok while you are away.
You will be worrying about her more than she will about you having a lovely time being spoilt!

Aw thanks so much, Rose! I do appreciate your lovely compliments! 🤗
You're probably right about Eve, she'll end up getting more attention there, we're usually at work most of the day, she misses out! Thank you for your thoughtful words.