10st 3 lbs scales must be broken. Christmas cards sent 257. Christmas cards received 255 (but gave cards to milkman and postman who can’t be expected to return the favour)

08.00 C. has ‘gone fishing.’ Demanded bacon and eggs at 4 bloody 30 a.m. and Thermos of hot coffee. Gave him cornflakes and he pulled a face exactly like a two year old about to have a tantrum. Went back to bed seething but couldn’t sleep so have just spent three hours checking Christmas cards against list and bringing list up to date for next year. 17 people have moved house since last Christmas and the Gawthorpes have moved to New Zealand to help their son run an outdoor adventure centre. Suggested move to C. on Boxing Day and he said ‘what for? Channel 5 reception is perfect here.’