FRIDAY
We’re all feeling full of Friday optimism today, which makes a nice change. I even hear the 15-year-old humming cheerfully to herself in the bathroom this morning.
It’s nearly half term, which is obviously part of the reason for good moods. The sun is shining and people are out and about a bit more. Boris’ announcement about easing lockdown rules has left half the population feeling more relaxed - but the other half more fearful.
We don’t have to make any rash decisions yet, because the first phase of schools re-opening doesn’t include our children. This has impressed them hugely, although they keep saying they miss their friends. I think everyone is quite torn.
After lunch, the 15-year-old offers to take Satchmo out for a spin around the block. He picks up on this suggestion and is eagerly waiting by the front door in a matter of seconds. Dog walks have been a bit thin on the ground lately.
She quickly dismisses any offers of company from her siblings and bolts through the door. I’m immediately suspicious, and head upstairs for a sneaky look through our bedroom window. Sure enough, she’s waiting by the big lime tree – and a few moments later the boy called Dom is there too.
They’re sensible about not getting close, and she looks so happy to see him. I realise this is the reason for her earlier good mood. I think that’s well worth a bit of secrecy.
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