Country living

Phew back where a country mouse can feel more comfortable after two days hacking into town. Boy is life as a domestic executive much more appealing.

After doing my stint this week I'm all ready to down shift into a slower pace. I fear that this is unlikely to be possible given that we've got earth moving machinery on site and builders due to do snagging. Also, granite installers will be here to finish their work. Did I mention plumbers to site water pumps and filters, oh and put the kitchen taps in.

As if that wasn't enough excitement we will have two new residents to join us next week. Let's just say that they are not going to be easy to live with as they have a demanding diet, expect lots of attention and will not be terribly obedient until they've learned the house rules.

Watch out for the photoblogging this week – these flower beds have to be seen to be believed!