The holiday plan happened too quickly to seem real. Now it is two weeks away. Starting a blog seems a good way of keeping family and friends up-to-date while I’m away.

We are moving towards winter, but I will be heading for summer – although what that is like above the Arctic Circle will be interesting to see! In the meantime, my desk is where I sit to plan, make lists, set work for the relieving teacher, leave the house ship-shape and manageable for Mum, and quietly panic.

Note: this photo was taken about a month ago. Only a few roses remain.