YIC has now returned to the UK. The world tour is over and very enjoyable it was too. But lest readers be worried that YIC is now returning to work, let him set their minds at rest. He isn't due back at work until 1 October - hurrah! The plan is to spend some time in the UK, starting with a fellrace in the Lake District tomorrow.
The weather back in Tynemouth is not overly spring-like at the moment - it's cloudy and cold with a chilly easterly breeze. But this hasn't stopped nature while YIC has been away. Here's the proof. YIC forgot to empty the dishwasher back in October - and 2 wooden spoons developed a culture all of their own. Blimey.