Rain!

 

Another couple of photographs from last week, when it was still delightfully sunny and dry. The rain finally arrived a few days ago, and although the gardens are grateful, I'm not really feeling it. I realise it is very much needed, I'd even been wishing for a few good showers, but I'd also become rather used to the bright, warm mornings and evenings spent pottering  about in the garden. Not so, this evening. It's dark, wet, and horribly windy.

Since I last posted, my new work schedule has been confirmed. Yay! I'll still be doing the same hours, although it's slightly different than I'd anticipated. The admin side of things is going to be taking up the majority of my time, but then I'll also be working in new-to-me area. I'm a little nervous, but also quite excited for the challenge, especially as my new colleague is just THE loveliest person, and also a lot of fun. 

Yesterday, I completed my second Parkrun. It was a different course this time, but the people there were just as friendly and welcoming. I was as predictable as ever, with my time being just 13 seconds out from my last run. I was slower this time, so perhaps I should practice more, then I might see some improvement.

Today, it's been raining, so I've been busying myself tidying the house and cleaning out the fridge. It's looking a bit sparse in there now. I've chopped and frozen some butternut squash, sweet potato and carrots, as they wouldn't have stayed fresh for much longer, and they will be far better used in a soup than thrown away. 

I've also ordered myself some pretty new pillow cases. I usually like my bedding to look quite neutral, and I don't like anything too fussy. But I fell in love with this particular floral design, and they will look lovely with my dusky pink duvet cover. I'm working harder at bringing more colour into the house, without adding unnecessary clutter. 

Back soon. 

J. X