Thursday, February 23, 2012

Two sleeps, home early and enhanced.

1. Alec takes an afternoon nap as well as his morning nap, and I feel very blessed.

2. Nick apologises for the budget cake. "There wasn't time to go to the usual..." I tell him that it's OK, the important bit was him coming home early.

3. I'm putting together my column for next week. As I explore the subject matter, I relive two happy moments. The links between them enhance the original experience, and the memories seem fresher and brighter for the work.
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