A different way of enjoying Japanese culture – follow the blossoms If you want a Japanese holiday that has a different focus and a relaxed approach to moving northwards, stopping at the major towns and their public gardens, then this…
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All the small things – making a garden on the east coast of Tasmania
This is an excerpt from the first [overly long] blog post I made, back in 2013. My naivety and arrogance was profound. I have had great successes with gardens in Brisbane and then Launceston, although worlds apart. The basic…
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Kurt Vonnegut’s eight rules for writing
These rules, recently discovered (by me), relate more so to writing fiction, but they are also such strong reminders of focus and commitment to the craft. Use the time of a total stranger in such a way that he or…
Digging into American history in Washington DC
Different museum experiences Washington DC is renowned for the Washington Monument, White House and the National Mall, which is lined with museums, including the National Air and Space Museum. For a history buff there are also museums that offer fascinating…