Not so calm

When the Gorse Fox got up this morning, it was still dry outside. By the time he had is coffee on the go, the first few drops of rain were hitting the pavements. Urban-Cub dropped off Ellie and we sorted out her breakfast and got her ready for pre-school. The rain still hadn't started in anger by the time we had to go to Dizzy Ducklings so we walked as usual. (The Gorse Fox thinks we were the only family that walked - it appears that the threat of rain is enough to drive everyone into their cars).

The Silver Vixen headed home. The Gorse Fox, however, had to go and house-sit at Urban-Cub's. She is having trouble with here lock barrel on the front door and it was scheduled for replacement. We were told it was scheduled for soon after 9 o'clock. By 11 there was still no sign. The Gorse Fox headed home. The rain was now quite heavy. He took off his jacket and headed for the study. (The Silver Vixen was doing Zoom Pilates). No sooner had he sat down than Urban-Cub called to say the locksmith was outside the house. The Gorse Fox donned his rainwear and headed back. It must have taken the chap no longer than 90 seconds to replace the barrel, then a further 10 minutes to do a complete survey on the door and how it had been hung. With a tick in all the boxes, he left, and the Gorse Fox headed back home.

The Gorse Fox has been doing some more fiddling about with the Family Tree. As usual, this has caused several distractions and the inspections of several proverbial rabbit holes.

This afternoon the Gorse Fox broke into a pack of spice mixes that he had received as a birthday present. He reviewed the various mixes and the accompanying recipes. In the end, he decided on a Malabar curry. Well, all he can say is "what a success". It was absolutely delightful and even the Silver Vixen enjoyed it (and she has very few curries that she likes).

Urban-Cub has just collect Ellie (who looks ready for bed). Hopefully they will both get a good night.

The wind has been picking up. It is forecast to be troublesome overnight and throughout tomorrow. It's nice to be inside and not have to venture out.