At the start of 2006, I vowed to keep a diary. Having failed hopelessly to do so, today (3rd June,) I decided that it was about time to begin!

A very warm welcome to anyone who happens to be reading my blog. I must warn you that I am accustomed to writing in a stream of consciousness, which may apparently lack structure and direction much of the time. However, it makes sense to me, and it is my blog after all :yes:

Anyhow, I imagine that it is pure self-flattery to think that anybody will visit my page on even a semi-regular basis (!) so for now, I am going to stop typing for the sheer sake of it and head for bed.

I will make a point of adding to this regularly though. So much has happened lately, and happy memories are often elusive throughout less pleasant times. I would like to keep mine in a place where they can be called upon at will.