Emily's 6th. birthday [going on 12]. She had a good day; went to an indoor play centre, followed by a birthday tea. Going to the cinema with two friends at the weekend.

How to concentrate, when everyone else is talking.

Leave me alone - I want to read my book !

'Duke' is just about full grown - 28" at the shoulder and 40" from nose to bottom. Didn't measure his tale.

We did have a good day at Church Cove. The sun was hot, but the wind was a bit strong.

OK, we're on the beach. The kids are playing. What are we going to do now?

Beth on her sand 'cat'.