Feeling much better today thankfully. Busy day but lovely to meet up with a friend for coffee this afternoon and catch up. First house group tonight of the new term - where did the summer go? I can feel the chill in the air and my struggle with my fingers and joints begins. I am trying to get organised by wearing layers and socks and gloves and scarves. But it is tricky to wear gloves when doing housework or washing up! Maybe that is the sign that I shouldn't do those things!!!!! 

Our house is very quiet this evening as Ben is staying at his girlfriends so it is just Paul and I and Papageno of course. It takes some getting used to all this change. We have manic weekends with everyone here and then quiet days with no-one. It is a good thing Paul and I like each others company!