Two things

1. Had to make a really tough decision today in support of my wellbeing.  It's hard to let people down because you are really not well enough, especially when it's family.  But I know it's the right thing to do.  I have to listen to my body.
2. On the other hand, as if in compensation, today I got to hold a real life duckling in my hands, and stroke it.  No, really.  It was probably one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen.  Utterly perfect.  Many thanks to George for the opportunity (though I suspect he shouldn't have done it.)