I've been pondering what to write in this post for a few days. I want to help people, but I don't know what to say. It's such a strange period of time. I sometimes feel like I'm in an Sci Fi film! I have panicky moments, but then I remember I'm well, my family and friends are well, I have enough supplies in for the time being, I have a gorgeous dog who is up for cuddles most of the time (apart from when he's snoozing or eating), and today, as I type, the sun is shining. There's a lot to be grateful for.

I'm managing to write, though not as much as in the past. I find it difficult to get started, but once I get going I'm able to keep focused. Writing helps me forget for a time what is going on out there in the world.

I find limiting the amount of news I read/watch, and the amount of time I spend on social media helps too.

Life will return to some sort of normality. We will get through this. And hopefully some things will have changed for the better. Off the top of my head I like to think that more of us will shop local, there'll be less waste, less pollution even. We can but hope.

Sending much love to all my readers. Stay safe.

Helen xxx