Hi EmmaJane, It is good when everything goes according to plan and you really feel as though you are getting somewhere. I was looking at a photo of our plot last night, which we took over, in February and comparing how it is today, and what a difference we have made. We have still so much to do, and it seems such a slow process at times, but how satisfying to see it taking shape. It is particularly good this time of year as you can dig a patch and not come back next day to see it covered in weeds again.
I really admire you having an allotment and also having school-age children. How do you manage them both? When my children were small I didn't have the energy to dig our garden never mind an allotment. There is one thing about having an allotment our Home veggie patch seems very small and manageable now. I can dig it over without any problem. I know what you mean about other plot holders - we go to our site quite often, but very rarely see other people, though their plots look well cared for - How ??? When do they come? Busy_Lizzie