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Thursday, 3 September 2020
Bring me sunshine
Sunflowers are blooming in the Veg on the Edge garden in the corner of Caroline Street car park, bringing cheerful, bright colour. They will be left to set seed and provide nourishment for goldfinches and other birds who enjoy them.
The title reminds me of Morecambe and Wise, of course. The big tall one grinning inanely, and the little one alongside joining in in slightly embarrassed fashion - just like your two sunflowers!
Eric once related how he had a heart attack whilst driving through Leeds. He stopped to ask two elderly women the quickest way to the nearest hospital. But,they were in no hurry. One turned to the other, "Eh look Elsie, thats t'man from t'television, na what was 'is näme na?" The other peered in whilst Eric lay gasping for breath....
The title reminds me of Morecambe and Wise, of course. The big tall one grinning inanely, and the little one alongside joining in in slightly embarrassed fashion - just like your two sunflowers!
ReplyDeleteEric once related how he had a heart attack whilst driving through Leeds. He stopped to ask two elderly women the quickest way to the nearest hospital. But,they were in no hurry. One turned to the other, "Eh look Elsie, thats t'man from t'television, na what was 'is näme na?" The other peered in whilst Eric lay gasping for breath....
ReplyDeleteI love the Veg on the Edge concept!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. I suspect this year sunflowers have gained in popularity for their much needed cheer. Next year I plan a row of them.
ReplyDeleteI never have any luck growing them so have to end up buying a bouquet to cheer me up.
ReplyDeleteGreat name of the garden, and I especially appreciate these sunflowers.
ReplyDeleteThat is a cheerful sight.
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