- H reached double figures this week, celebrating his tenth birthday 🎂.
- His family treat was an otter-feeding experience at Shepreth Wildlife Park with his little brother. We were (repeatedly) lectured by the handler that otters are not pets (yes, we get it) as the boys threw the adorable little animals sprats and prawns. After lunch with us at Wagamama he had a bowling party, a hotdog and cake with his friends. Being ten is pretty good.
- We had another set of parents’ meetings at school. They’ve both started the new school year very well.
- After the hospital consultant was happy with my elbow last week, it was time for my last physio session. My arm still isn’t 100% straight, but the physio gave me some new strengthening exercises which will continue to help.
- This weekend L was suffering with a nasty headache, so after I drove H to his football match (a scrappy 2-1 win against Stevenage at home), I took him and his brother for haircuts in Welwyn. I was responsible for making hair decisions and correctly pushed for shorter cuts. At £23 each I want my money’s worth.
- We finished watching The Sopranos. It richly deserves its reputation as one of the finest series on TV. What a compelling set of characters, and the ending was perfect. Now it’s over we can safely research the actors and storylines without fear of spoilers!
- A weekend of excellent Premier League results for Arsenal, plus a massive 4-0 win against Atletico in the Champions League on Tuesday. It’s a very good time to be a Gooner. Let’s see how far we can go.
