Brilliant stuff Peacefield, looking forward to your UK visit!
Feel better soon Laura.
My little car and I have travelled around a bit today and have managed to avoid the worst of the weather and it's results. There have been swollen rivers and flooded fields, giant puddles and lanes turned into streams, and debris and marks that show where the last round of bad weather had an impact. I am truly grateful to live on a rise inland from the coast. Despite some family health concerns (that are being taken care of), 2014 has started quietly for me and mine. Not sure that I want it to get 'louder'.