Day 177. Stocks.

Almost a week after I received these, the house is still filled with their heady scent.. Totally intoxicating.

Day 176. More cupcakes.

Not enough time to bake this week so instead I picked up a box of Lola's cupcakes for the office. When did it become traditional for the person who celebrates a birthday to provide the cake? These are delicious though, even a tennis ball to mark the start of Wimbledon. Coconut for me. Needless to say they were soon all gone.

Day 171. Workshops and birthdays.

After a late night I had to be up and at 'em today, in the office by 8am, organising a workshop for 50 people. Most of the attendees didn't know each other so we started with a 'make your own name badge' ice breaker. As it's my birthday today I was of course Head Girl.

I had hoped to leave early which didn't happen but I did manage to leave London before all the trains were cancelled - as Bea was patiently waiting at home with balloons decorating the trees on the drive, banners adorning the door and fireplace and flowers, fizz and stacks of gifts, I think she would have been even more disappointed than me if I'd had to stay away again.

Thanks for all the cards and good wishes.

Day 24. Cheers.

Today it's my sister's birthday. I don't really drink anymore but as it's a special occasion, and although I can't celebrate with her, I've decided to toast her special day with a G&T. Happy Birthday Ruth x