Our ivy flowers in the hedge are splendid and the bees have found them. We don’t cut it at this point in the year.

When I was a head I once used PP to raise primary pupils’ aspirations by taking them to several work environments and the local FE college to have a look at courses. Broadened their horizons. But just one way of using it.

Yes that’s what I think. Just getting used to it. Much nicer. 😄

@marlinhoister.bsky.social Thanks for telling me about this platform. I’m getting used to it and it’s friendlier than the other one. It takes a while. Been decorating the spare bedroom. I’ve listened to many back episodes of The Food Programme and Thinking Allowed. Nearly done.

Susan Pinker (sister of Steven) wrote The Village Effect which is very good. About relationships, face to face contact and longevity, caring for each other and success, wellbeing and good health. Can help create a good school environment.

Mine are ridiculous. I’m airfry slow roasting them.

Just posted new blog on Bluesky and not (yet) on Twitter. Be interesting to see engagement. Will I fold and put it on Twitter too? Please help me avoid the temptation by reposting here! primarytimery.com/2024/08/25/o...

They look brilliant. My onions were disappointingly small. Tomatoes in the other hand ….

My goodness! It was beautiful and so tidy and organised. My garden is a scruffy weedfest.

I love the clink of milk bottles. I still have my milk delivered in bottles. More expensive but recycled bottles and the ‘on the step’ ethos is pleasingly reminiscent. I sometimes spot the milkman’s torch as he quietly pops the milk on the step at 4am. Very reassuring.