A late afternoon trip to Cove on the coast. It's so sheltered there that it was incredibly warm and we spent a good couple of hours wandering. It was good to have the space and clear the air a little.

I am thinking about my relationship with my mum a lot - the feelings of expectation that I put on myself which always leave me feeling as though I have failed. This time more than ever. I am tired and I know that doesn't help to keep perspective. Some acknowledgement would mean, well it would mean a lot. I really should have learnt by now - but I can't help but hope.

The girls were good company though and in good spirits too.