As the final month of the year draws to a close, and the cosiness and chaos of Christmas is now behind us, it seems a good time to reflect and take stock of what this year has brought. It has been a busy year, filled with music performances and exciting opportunities. My string quartet did […]
I love the month of November. Although many may find it to be a dark and dismal month, I revel in the icy sharpness of the air. To me, the expansive sky is at it’s most beautiful – a glorious palette of hues, varying in intensity from the delicate reds and golds at sunrise to […]
The essence of winter is in the air – the comforting smell of smoke tickles one’s nostrils when going on a country walk, as cosy fires in hearths are being lit. The abundance of colourful pumpkins and squash are readily available as farmers proudly sell their exotic looking harvest. Warming soups and casseroles replace salads […]