Postcards from the Edge

Just incase you missed this today - the blue sky that is. I nearly did - I stood here and took less than 10 shots and by the end the sky was thunderous grey, and the heavens opened... again!

Mother and I were tired today - neither of us had slept well. I don't know her excuses but mine were a snoring husband, the airless heat, an all over itch and a daughter who didn't return until after 4am. The latter I reckon I shall have to get used to.

My mother would have waited up - not that I would have been allowed out that late - but she would have waited up and then I would have got a lashing from her tongue for the ridiculous hour. I have vowed not to do that to my children, so long as they keep me informed. And she does, even though the text at 3.20 am isn't always what I want to hear, it's there and I know where she is.

I was astounded to hear her rising just after 7am to do her brother's paper round. The spirit and energy of youth! Needless to say when she returned she made immediately for her bed before any Breakfast.

Happy Independence Day