Snow and icy pavements have all gone, but I have done nothing today. Unless breakfast in bed can be counted... I have read the (online) papers, dozed, snacked, watched TV, then dozed some more.

JR took Archie out a couple of times. Archie’s Vet student popped round to pick up his present (his calendar) which hadn’t arrived before she went off for Christmas.

Archie has had periods of activity in between dozing and going out for short walks. I think he enjoyed a more relaxed day. He likes to get hold of something he’s not allowed - here it’s a glove. He will then come and stand where he can be spotted, and loves to be chased around the house. 

Gerry Marsden died today. It’s sad when all the folk you’ve grown up with start passing away, but it’s been going on for quite a while now.