Can't believe it's only 8:30 p.m. It's pitch black outside and I'm feeling really sleepy after doing a pile of ironing.

Tried to repair a favourite linen duvet cover , but failed miserably. All those long seams. Boring.It's had a good innings, so I've decided to let it go.

Made a red silk pillow case while the sewing machine was out. I read somewhere that it is good for your hair to sleep on silk.

And finally , a big pot of chickpeas are all soaked and cooked and I can't smell a thing. Will make hummus tomorrow.

There was a gorgeous rainbow earlier on today , but by the time I got my camera it had faded somewhat. Still fascinating though. Powernap methinks