The weekend was cold and wet. Yesterday we met up with Andrew's sister, husband and three boys, down at Pembrey Country Park, near Burry Port. We brought a picnic, after a stroll along the beach. I had imagined lots of sunshine, instead we froze, in a howling gale and spots of rain. A typical British summer! The beach at Cefn Sidan was beautiful, and not surprisingly, not too crowded. Miles of golden sand and the boys enjoyed picking up lots of lovely shells.

Busy day today in work. The advert has appeared for J's job, and I've been finalising the cover arrangements. Had a meeting at County Hall this morning to discuss budgets - MTFP bids, savings, capital, and this year's picture. Quite gloomy. Ho-hum. The usual Monday assortment of odd Cllr correspondence. Loads of Cominos to sign off, for some reason. Also our monthly IIP (Investors in People) review with our consultant. All in all, a busy day.