The Helm

The Helm is the low hill above Oxenholme, looking down over Kendal. It is a bit dull ecologically (mainly acid grassland), but it has excellent views through 360 degrees, and a walk to the top and back is perfect for Gus at lunchtime. Here Gus is working on rounding up his pal Rowan, who of course is taking no notice whatsoever, while waiting for the ball to be thrown again. Gus never gets a look-in when Rowan has the ball, but he seems to enjoy his sheepdog role more anyway.

What a grey day it was, mild but with miserable low light. And the clocks have gone back which means a drive home in the dark.

Elsewhere, the Old Flyer continues to make steady progress towards recovery. It looks like he will have 4-6 weeks recuperation before he returns home, but that is so much better than simply dropping him off at home to fend for himself before he gets his strength back.

ps Just spoke to the Old Flyer, he has been moved to a specialist hospital on the other side of the New Forest, and he thinks he will be escaping much sooner than 4 weeks. Not too soon though, I hope.