It’s at times like this when I wish I didn’t live alone. It does being ill feel harder sonehiw. I’m so grateful for the friends I have though.

One who took a detour on her bike ride to drop off a much needed Red Cross parcel. It’s true what they say, Chicken soup is good for the soul.

Sadly it wasn’t a miracle cure as I’m still full of snot, thick head and a sore throat.

Nurse Dodo has been on duty most of the day. He’s barely left my side (though he’s now refusing to come in and I haven’t got the energy to chase him round the garden).

Bedtime for me…. All healing vibes gratefully received.

This morning I woke up with a very sore throat. And felt rather poop. But managed to go XC. That was my main objective for camp.

Really happy to say that Buddy and I haven’t forgotten how to do it. First time this year! He was a machine. And flew everything.

I lost energy about 3/4 of the way round. So-called it quits and came home early. Went straight to bed and have just woken up.

Hopefully a few days and I’ll be feeling better.

I’m so glad I brought an extra duvet with me this weekend. It’s freezing out there. Sadly the afternoon lessons had to be cancelled as the rain and wind were too much.

I snuggled up in my lorry and fell asleep! Can’t remember the last time I had an afternoon nap (without being ill). Obviously needed it.

Hoping the lorry isn’t rocking too much tonight. 🌬

When it’s raining and you don’t have a hat. Use an old hat silk instead. It’s working!

I am a tad wet right now. Thank goodness the lorry doesn’t leak!

Though I do look a bit like Benny Hill I grant you!

The weather this week has been rather random. It definitely feels like autumn is on the way. It’s been a bit of a random week too in many ways. Nothing bad though. In fact there have been some really lovely moment. An evening hack was one of them. Coffee with a good friend this morning another.

We’re off to Great Witchingham tomorrow for a weekend of training. The lorry is packed and we’re ready for the off. First time there this year. Eek!

Hugo was very interested in tonight’s webinar on the horse’s mouth as you can tell. He was rather distracting playing with the mouse, cables and lying on the keyboard. Thankfully I was muted.

Lovely lunch at Moulton Garden Centre with a friend / client today. Lots to catch up on. Couldn’t resist buying this gorgeous hydrangea. It’s going to look stunning in my newly cleared border.

The excitement is too much for them! 6 months old today. 😻

So it was a tad windy last night! I got woken up several times by crashing and banging. It sounded like something out of a horror movie!! It honestly thought my roof was coming off.

Tentatively I went outside this morning to see what the damage was. None to report. Phew! Found out what all the noise was – an overgrown Buddleja that was scrapping against my bedroom wall and smacking the roof above my head.

Cue me out there at 08:00 with the loppers. Needless to say the Buddleja is no longer overgrown…

It’s been a very autumnal kind of day. Heavy rain one minute, blustery gales the next, then glorious sunshine. Definitely an indoor day! Decided to start preparing for darker evenings and comfort food. Oven roasted the first batch of my tomatoes. They smelt so good. Couple of portions in the freezer.

Also baked an apple. Without any injuries! For some it may be normal, but believe me when I say, this is stretching my comfort zone.