We just waved my parents off, once again. They popped down for a visit. We had a good, long chat, then dad, noticing the overgrown bushes outside our front window which Dom was supposed to cut yesterday, went out to do a bit of gardening. My parents like being helpful, and there is now much more light coming into our front room, so it was greatly appreciated.

I really enjoy catching up with my parents. They can nag sometimes, and I know I can annoy them through my laziness, but this time wasn’t like that. It was a good, productive catch-up: I gave them a progress report on my various projects, and in return they gave me some welcome advice and encouragement. Mum mentioned how much she enjoyed reading my blog entries every day, spurring me on to keep it up. We also discussed my presentation in the local film festival in September.

They left about half an hour ago after hugs all round. It’s always hard to see them leave. They are great parents, and without them I wouldn’t be here. But I have work to do – a presentation to prepare. Time to crack on. I do wonder, though, what Dominik will say when he sees someone has already cut that bush down.