Hanna trying out one of her Christmas presents. Conveniently there is a basketball court a few streets behind us, so we don't have to look for a safe place for a hoop. I like my windows intact.

Last day off, spent on pottering in the garden and very minor home decorating activities (hanging a picture and installing a lamp). Mr H removed wooden trellis, which was protecting Tilly from the pond. Obviously she jumped in straight away and couldn't quite get out. Tough love and all that, we stood and watched how she is learning her lesson. She managed to get out eventually and fingers crossed she will remember how unpleasant this experience was. Later we fished out tonnes of soaked dried leaves and something green trying to take over the pond. It looks lovely now and the fish seem considerably happier.

Now I am psyching myself for a week of serious work and some serious detoxing.