Although I had been hoping that my carpal tunnel syndrome would clear up in a few weeks, it’s actually taken a few months. I had my last appointment with the physio in November, and started to phase out the night-time splints over Christmas. My wrists are much better, but I still need to be careful, particularly with the jewellery-making (which is what started it all in the first place!).

I’m going to try and reinvigorate Kits and Mortar, and start posing again at least weekly, but forgive me if I lapse. Kev and I had another trip back to Illinois, for Thanksgiving in November, and it re-inspired me to start looking again at houses. It snowed whilst we were away, and Kevin lit the log fire, which made the house so cosy and warm. I relaxed so much that I ended up with the ‘flu!

Since we got back, Kev’s been talking about us perhaps going on a course this year to learn about building oak frames, or building with cob or straw bales. That would be a fabulous way to learn more about the materials that we’d like to build with, and if we get something booked I will, of course, blog it in great detail here!