Thank you for all my birthday wishes. Although I don't post much these days I often log in to see interesting posts and to see how members are. However, beginning of September my computer 'blew' up and also took my screen out as well. I was off line for some time then son John sourced me another tower and I treated myself to a 21" screen. I have been searching for my username and password for A4A and have just found them in an old diary!! The kids were asking me why I didn't use my tablet or new mobile to stay on line but to be honest I so prefer my desk PC.
I have had a bit of a back problem for years but recently had back pains that were different. Doctor sent me for Xray and it turns out I have arthritis in both hips but managing to control the pain with medication. I still have my handy man/gardener to do the heavy work but managed to do all my baskets and tubs. Not quite as good as last year but not too bad. I didn't grow anything in the greenhouse this year but will start again next year.
I hope you have had/are having a great year in your gardens and allotments. Best wishes to you all.