It's Chriiiisssssttttmas - in mouse land!

Well - thank you VERY much to whoever suggested putting flour down to track the footprints of my furry friend!  I came down to an intact malteser but flour spread all over the cooker top - almost as if the mouse had been kicking the snow around.  The footprints didn't really lead anywhere but I have put the box of veg (which was next to the cooker) outside - just in case.  The rest of the morning was spent cleaning every surface in the kitchen within an inch of their lives, followed by a spring clean of the bedroom.  I simply can't fathom why there is no other sign - no shredding, droppings, noise etc.

During this mouse chaos I had a lovely surprise visit from Wendy and her husband Nigel.  He was trying out his new scooter and she was taking advantage of the outing for a brisk cold walk.  Of course they had to come and admire the "she cave" - those newly laid paths proved useful for the scooter!

After a visit to the nurse to re-dress the gammy leg, it was then time to start thinking about the WI meeting tomorrow and getting everything ready - raffle prizes, birthday gifts and the poppy wreath.  I would normally deal with these tomorrow but I have been asked to help out at a funeral tomorrow so can't guarantee how much time I will have.



Given my lecture from the nurse last week, and given how much time I spent on my feet yesterday, I also spent some time this afternoon with my feet up - separating the jigsaw puzzle and finding the outside edges - watched over by a very curious Daisy.  If there is a piece missing I shall know exactly who the culprit is!!  In answer to Sewingbuddy's comment yesterday - yes I don't have that much spare time but I do have a spare table that can have the jigsaw puzzle out on and then I can spend 10 mins here and there - it's very relaxing!



Tonight, it's Slimming World followed by more hand sewing.  Well - what can you do when you are forced to rest - I ask you?