when cream isn't cream

Cat went to Birmingham at 5.45 this morning. She woke me up in the process - but just to make sure, she had to come back in after leaving and turn on the light as she couldn't find her wallet. That ought to do it....... The decorator had been today to paint the kitchen. I have to confess that my initial reaction to the colour was not one of unbridled joy - it's more yellow than cream - (it's Farrow & Ball cream, if you're interested) and while the colour itself is excellent - it actually makes the cabinets look cheaper (they were neither cheap nor expensive). But having put up a few pictures and sorted the kitchen out, I'm now sitting here feeling quite smug - it's got a warmer feel to it than the lilac. I picked up the kids from nursery and fed and watered them. Joseph is in great form - his walking is improving day by day - and he's really pleased with himself. Also spoke to Meriel - catching up with their news - Stu was unsurprisingly out. Maybe we'll get to see them for 30 mins when they're passing on the way to camp or a wedding.....!