Veronica Peerless
More lounging, Turkish-style
I’ve just got back from Turkey, where I was mostly horizontal. I find it really hard to sit cross-legged on low cushions, so I had to recline even when I … Read more
South Bank
Giant planters are mysteriously popping up all over the Waterloo area. There have been sightings outside a church opposite the station, at the top of a dreary walkway to the … Read more
Queen Elizabeth Hall Roof Garden (again)
I suffered rather an ordeal the other night. In other words, I had my photo taken. My friend Naomi at Out of My Shed is writing a book, and she … Read more
Mum’s garden
For the last couple of years, my Mum and I have been tweaking a small border that sweeps in front of the seating area at the bottom of her garden. … Read more
Chichester
I used to spend a lot of time in Chichester (or Chi as the locals call it) because my grandma (or Seaside Nana as we called her) used to live … Read more
Warren Street part 2
As my friend Steven and I walked along Warren Street to London’s cheapest pub (we are so classy) we passed the building on Warren Street that I’ve featured several times … Read more
Back to black
This pic really doesn’t do this building justice, but every window has a colourful window box. They feature lots of reds, which always look great against black. At its base … Read more
Chaun’s place
My friend Chaun tells me that this bronze container is specifically made for storing a hosepipe. I’m not entirely sure I believe him, but it does have drainage holes and … Read more