I thought that this time she might not return as it’s been 3 weeks since I left. ( She has plenty of friends so she doesn’t starve.)

But, I opened the door to take out the washing and there she was.

I was very, very pleased to see her.

It’s been a nice, busy organising day.

Shopping, washing , sweeping, weeding, watering, organising bins……and getting used to the heat again.

Having got most of the boring jobs out of the way, I found a pair of trainers in the wardrobe which arrived the day I left and were too small.

I wondered if I could adjust them. So I did, using scissors and a Stanley knife. Then I added new insoles and superglued them in place.

Tonight I will give them the ultimate test. I’ll walk to the pizzeria in them.

Having got started I then dug out last years sandals which were too big and cut off a slice at the front. They look a little rough ,but are comfy and I can wear them inside.

This afternoon I found a new place to chill on my sunbed. ( have a siesta)

Tomorrow when my new fan arrives it’s to be 39C and then every day until Sunday.

I’ve started a new portrait which I hope to finish at the weekend.

Now I need to decide what to wear tonight with my new shoes.

Maybe a glass of wine will help……

Cheers🍷🍷