1. The cuffs of Alec's shirt at the ends of his blazer sleeves. Time for an upgrade.
2. On my way, I run into another mum and have to stop in the drizzle for an encouraging gossip.
3. Bettany brings me her shopping for review.
1. As I leave the field, there's a rush of wings and a cackling, crackling cry. THUD! A magpie has dropped a dead vole at my feet. 2. We...