This morning I have been writing emails and scratching paint off woodwork. I'm hoping to hand over the landing today, nicely finished, except for a small strip right at the stop of the stairwell which doesn't lend itself to painting very easily. I must go out soon, I could do with a break from being here.

I've been downloading windows updates on my Dad's computer, as he was using Explorer 5, which wasn't allowing him to check his work emails. Hopefully it'll be done soon, it's been going for about an hour.

My brother came in to strim the banks of the stream and the footpath to the field. He's gone again now, armed with lots of crisps and showergel.