Agapanthus how I love thee!




Hello again my lovelies! What a busy week it's been on the islands since we last spoke. Schools have broken up for summer holidays and we're seeing so many day trippers now. The gallery is doing a roaring trade, as are all the other businesses on Tresco. Sunshine and showers was the rule of thumb for the week and then bang, we were hit by Storm Evert! The rescue services were in evidence throughout Thursday evening as helicopters refuelled on the island and the local lifeboat had to be supported by one from the mainland as it hit difficulties too while they responded to distress calls from over 20 yachts in danger. Campers across the Isles of Scilly had their tents ripped, flattened or in some cases blown away as the storm raged overhead. The island communities rallied around offering shelter and repairs to help the visitors get back on their feet again.




In the meantime, I've been snapping away trying to capture my garden in bloom, specifically these fabulous agapanthus flowers which grow like weeds around the island. The are big and blowsy, larger than life and real show-offs as flowers go; they remind me of myself! I've had to do a fair bit of cropping of these photos as we have power lines run along the top of the garden plus there's the steel framework of our children's swings from their childhood. Anyway, here's the results plus me in Friday's work outfit.




Nothing new here, but it's the first time I've worn this sheer flower sprigged top (by Clara) with my gingham dungarees (from Topshop). It was raining as I set off to work and rainy days always present a problem for me clothes-wise. My white pumps (from TK Maxx) are patent and therefore ideal for weather so that was easy. And for some reason I always end up wearing black in some shape or form on wet days, maybe simply because I feel a bit dull? Anyway, as the rain drifted away this outfit served me well even when the sun came out.




A couple of pre-loved rings was all I could muster by way of jewellery, well that plus my ever favoured sunglasses by Quay Australia, of course!




Do you have a favourite between the white blooms or the blue ones? I think I prefer the blue.







It was my day off on Saturday and Steve, Sasha and I went for a picnic at Great Bay on St Martin's. I forgot to take any photos but here's a few snaps from the last time we were there.




I had a swim in the clear waters of this little bay. It seemed to feel colder than on Tresco but I wonder if that's because it's open to the elements rather than sheltered by other islands within the archipelago. Next stop from this beach is mainland Cornwall.




Great Bay is a lovely long sweep of sand, but there's lots of rocks and seaweed here which I find a bit off putting for swimming in. I think I've been spoilt by the like's of Cradle's Porth!




This old sailing ship was moored up in the bay, looking very romantic, don't you think? We get a lot of Tall Ships pass through the islands on the way to some further adventure. I do love to see them, but don't envy the thought of days and weeks at sea feeling seasick!








Bee heaven in this beautiful meadow!




And king of all he surveys - this goat looked very at home on his perch. I hope you've had a great weekend so far. Fingers crossed we'll get some sunshine today!


Anna x



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  1. That's a wonderful crop you have there Anna. Mine are in bloom too but I have no where near so many. The beach looks an absolute dream. I tried to book this year but it pretty much booked up! I will get there one day! xx

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    1. Laurie, I do hope that you manage to get here sometime. Since lockdown we were booked up to the hilt with people desperate to have a holiday to look forward to. It's chocca at the moment, especially now that it's school holidays!

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  2. What stunning, sunny, summery pictures Anna. I love the blue flowers in bloom.
    I remember those dungarees from last years post; they look great with your black top with the gorgeous, sheer sleeves.
    I hope you have a happy week. X

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    1. The agapanthus are a such a visual treat to have in bloom in our garden - hubby and I aren't really gardeners but these seem to look after themselves and thrive on our neglect!

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  3. I love the blue flowers, and don't you look amazing against that background, Anna! Love your outfit, all of it.

    Wow, that sounds like quite the storm! I'm glad things are back to "normal" somewhat for you and hope you're not too overwhelmed on the islands. I love seeing fancy old ships like that!

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    1. The blue blooms are my favourite too.

      We visited an uninhabited island the other day and saw a shipwrecked yacht on the rocks there. It must have been terrifying to be on board in the middle of that storm.

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  4. So stunning photos of your agapanthus (love particularly the blue ones) and you looking fabulous!. Love your smile and attitude!
    The gingham jumpsuit is really adorable (and has some cute buttons too).
    Lovely to see some magnificent landscapes, they put a smile on my face.
    besos

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    1. So good to have you visit again!

      The jumpsuit is really fun to wear and easy to accessorise differently every time. Black and white are simple like that aren't they?

      I must come visit you!

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  5. Dear Anna,

    thank you for "Anna in my blue favorite flowers". Oh, what I like your beautiful island.
    Good to hear, that the storm is deducted...

    Hugs from Cologne,
    Susa

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    1. These blue agapanthus are totally adorable aren't they? Hope that the weather is settling down in your country too, Susa x

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  6. I have button envy for those buttons on your dungarees! I love agapanthus. One of my favorites is called Navy Blue,it grows at Mincarlo. Nick dug up a little self seeded plant of it for me and it is flowering now in the garden. Another fave is called Brilliant Blue. Tessa xx

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    1. Thank you for your shared knowledge on my favourite flowers Tessa.

      The buttons were a swap over from ages ago - aren't they sweet!

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  7. I have a really similar dress Anna, I will be wearing a roll neck under it too. Thanks for sharing Hun. Jacqui x

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    1. I just love a bit of gingham don't you? A roll neck helps to spin the wearing season out doesn't it x

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