Why?

 My day started when, at 05:00, I decided that I was wide awake and beginning to fidget. I can't even blame it on Jasper, who had remained silent throughout the night. I snuck downstairs, made a coffee and read the overnight news and the social media. A couple of hours later, Di emerged seeking a life-affirming cup of tea.

We walked to Zoe's to collect Ellie for school. Again, she was in a buoyant and happy frame of mind, which set the foundation for the day. We dropped her off at the school, and both headed home. There was no walk for me this morning. I had admin and chores to clear, and Di had a hair appointment scheduled.

Soon after Di left, Lottie turned up. As usual, she was chatty (and great fun). That, however, was not letting me finish my presentation for the school "Inspiration Day". I managed to squirrel myself away and go back through the slides. I think it is finished. I will sleep on it tonight, then dispatch it to St Columba's in the morning.

Di had confirmation of her appointment with the knee specialist for Monday. So that is now nailed in the calendar.

We had to collect Ellie from school an hour earlier than usual. She has special dispensation to finish early on Thursday during the Athletics Season so that she can attend her weekly appointment that would otherwise clash with the athletics training on Mondays. The advantage this gives us is that, while we miss Kindle time, we also miss rush hour.