Post Parents Evening Necessity

Today I didn't get home until almost 7.30 after having a Parents Evening at school. I must have talked for two and a half hours, basically repeating myself to parents, who are understandably concerned about the new National 4 and 5 exams, and trying to allay their fears about their child's progress, given the staffing problems in the department since October. I enjoy my work, but recently it has been an nightmare.

A lovely glass of red, accompanied by some crumpets and cheese ( I even toasted another one, after I ate these!) seemed to offer a solution, allbeit a temporary one.