No Archie, it's not a sit-on mower!

Archie had a great time with Emmi and James. She sent us regular photos during the evening, including one of him (Archie!) in the bath, having jumped into a big muddy puddle on their afternoon walk up Craiglockart Hill. And one of him making himself at home on James' lap. They're both very fond of him, and he behaved impeccably, of course... So hopefully we'll arrange another sleepover soon and we can have a night in a luxury hotel not too far away.

Had a nice long dog-free lie in, listening to the radio. There is so much NEWS. Most of it bad. Very bad.

Collected Archie this afternoon and went for a wee walk. We were heading for Summerhall, but the sky darkened suddenly and we didn't want to get caught out. We came back home and of course the sun came out again. I mowed the lawns instead. Archie's not the slightest bit phased by the lawnmower, but will still occasionally bark at the hoover.

BBQ this evening!

PS No, he doesn't sit there while I mow....

Not yet, anyway...