Out and about with a small person before a nearly-all-nighter getting ready for Christmas.
Waiting outside a shop for something I hadn’t dared wish for.
A Vanillekipferl with my coffee and a gallant rescue by a Mole Out Loud listener.

Walking into the city on a very wet day.
Gathering myself after an odd day and looking forward to celebrating the solstice.
Bells, chirps and keeping calm.

Seagulls and Dylan Thomas and revisiting the British Library.
Walking with you on misty Knocklofty after the rain.

Eggs and elves and knocks at the door.

Remembering John Le CarrĂ© and appreciating Mrs Peabody’s reflections.