Peevish
I was feeling jaded and peevish this morning, and I only managed to overcome an almost unconquerable desire to stay tucked up in bed all day with a good book* by throwing myself bodily into some clothes, scooping up all … Continued
Gull season
R had an appointment in Stratford this morning, and I tagged along so as to avoid all the work waiting for me at home. I didn’t get where I am today by being diligent. While R was busy I went … Continued
Family life
Whenever I go to Slimbridge I take a pretty set route around the hides, from the Rushy screen down to the Estuary Tower, then circling round to South Lake and the New Piece hides, and finishing with Zeiss. In the winter … Continued
First winter
R and I had booked a block of time this afternoon to check each other’s tax returns before submitting them. It was also forecast to rain later in the day. These two facts were depressing enough for us to feel … Continued
Independence
I had a rheumatology consultation by telephone this morning, as a result of which I had to go to Stratford hospital this afternoon, to collect some extra medication that we hope will deal with a recurrent joint flare. R drove … Continued
