Day 85

C. O. L. D.

Heating still not working, and not much concern shown by I and and K.

Much discussion on side gate, side pathway and decking - I think we all agree. I am so cold, Big I lends me his builder coat for discussions. A small gesture, but much appreciated!

So the twins carry on painting and K makes all the skirting boards. They undercoat all the wood work - its looking lovely.

After lunch I make it plain that I do not want to be cold for a 3rd night - so N is texted and the result is that they take the batteries out of the dodgy thermostat. Not sure why they couldn't have done that earlier in the day. But, we now have heating - happy!

The dodgy thermostat now has a blank display - GOOD!!

I and J pop in for a site visit - I had been for 'lunch' in the city with old colleague.

M comes round to quote for replacing the utility room cupboard doors. It would def look better - but a bit pricey - have to discuss it further with P.

I am off tonight to hear the lovely Ben Fogle talk about his new book and P is off to Photosoc! Almost normal!

Update:


The guy who collapsed at the end of the concert on Saturday is fine. He refused to go to hospital and says taht he will see a Dr this week!

Ben Fogle was amazing - what a role model for young people.
Good to see the hall so full, and lots of kids clearly inspired by his adventures!

Despite having 'man flu' - he was charming to everyone who wanted their book signed!