Shining bright

It was a day of basking in the glory of having hosted a good gathering: of sleeping late, tidying up slowly and of auntie em coming round with a big pot of soup to help us make the very best of the left overs for a late lunch.

Much of my time was spent at the sink washing the glasses through. One should never put the wedding crystal in the dishwasher. Not least because you'd miss how they sparkle all at once when left to dry together.

Domestic rituals always allow time to reflect, and this I did. To the year and evening past. To the toast to all family present and for those that weren't. 'Let 2015 bring health and happiness' I said to the room, but mostly to my brother.