Oh North, poor you. And your family. Take care. Rest up these few weeks. Will you manage the cricket season?
Tayto, I agree totally and that's an interesting post. DD's hobby is very expensive, and the team trainer/organiser books us into all sorts or displays and competitions all over the country at a moments notice. Filling the horse box is £100 per trip. Never mind the food, equine upkeep, cost of training, team uniform. Not a thought to that. Just do the comp or get booted out of the team. If you can't afford it, or a pony, tough. We finish with this team soon, and in some ways, many ways actually, it will be a relief. That said, she's got to ride at some amazing places this year, but it's in no way inclusive.
Nice evening Em.
Ipsos, I can honestly agree with that statement about appetite and heat. I had 2 chicken nuggets for lunch and then a lovely tea of chicken and salad when it had cooled down. Surely, there must be something in it though, I am thinking of all the hearty food we eat in winter, and the lighter options we choose in summer?
Today we have only paid for parking, food in the parks and tea, no treats. Sat at the pool, drinking a glass of wine, it's 8.15 pm here, and 29 degrees, but lovely. The heat, although wonderful, is somewhat oppressive at 35 degrees mid afternoon in the middle of a theme park 
Hard life, innit?!