Peaks and Troughs

Bit of a down day overall after we lost one of the chickens. Blue had taken a turn yesterday, and today was no better, A trip to the vet confirmed suspicions, and while the option of surgery was given, it was an option delivered with a sense of "it's doubtful it would do any good", and in the end I took the decision to stop her suffering anymore, or causing her more stress.

It had been an early start to pick up some new kitchen worktops with Fi, and half of those are now in place, almost transforming that side of the kitchen. Remarkable the effect one little change can make.

We had a wander round the park, seeing it busier than normal with people armed with big cameras and binoculars, all trying to spot our kingfishers (who remained elusive); later a drink for Blue; and now waiting for pizza (perfect prep for a cross race the following day).