It's a silly thing, that we can be satisfied, merely waving to our neigbours.

Whilst raking fallen oak leaves to add to our sour compost, I had the opportunity to go the extra distance and say hello to one of our elder neighbours.

Her husband recently passed away, and I believe she was relieved to know us a little better.  My daughter asked after her chooks, which made their way into our garden some months ago.

In all, it was a delightful experience.  Had I known earlier just how enriching, I would have altered my wave; beckoning the couple over to the fence to meet face to face.

A simple thing.  So easy to put off.  So easy to do.