Grrr. After going to bed last night, was rudely awoken by some muppet letting off fireworks. Booty was nervous and growling at them, and came onto our bed for a bit of reassurance and TLC. She was curled up quite happily after that stopped, so I decided to leave her there and go back to sleep. Just getting off to sleep and the police helicopter decided to hover noisily over the estate, with its search light flashing back and forth. Yes, I know they have to catch villains, but do they really have to be quite so noisy at half past one in the morning? Finally got to sleep after much muttering and swearing.

Took the dogs this morning up into the forestry - they loved it and we did too. I love the smell of woods at this time of year, damp and earthy and gorgeous. There were horses there too which Andy liked and wanted to play with.

The most important news is that Hil has a date for her operation so all systems are go for that. Saw her yesterday and did some food shopping for her.

A very busy week ahead in work. Lots of meetings scheduled and a lot on the go at the moment.