Last weekend we went to the Hop Farm. One of Big Munchkin's favourite characters, Noddy, was making an appearance there. The 'appearance' was exactly that - an appearance. Big Munchkin got to shake hands with Noddy, Mr Plod, Martha Monkey, Sly, and a few other characters. She got a Noddy Balloon (£3) and a picture in a Noddy Car (£8). It was a good trip overall. There were trampolines, bouncy castles, and a big playground. Both kids had fun.

Other than that, I have been depressed, again. The main reason is money or lack thereof. The cost of living in London is ridiculous. After paying the bills, mortgage, etc, I have so little money left that I have to literally count every penny. I am not used to having to judge whether or not I can afford to spend 2 pounds on a cup of coffee. Most of the time I can't. I find this situation to be very depressing. I feel very, very tired. This is the part of the reason why I am so tired. This is another part.

I feel like this.

I also feel like this - look at my favourite Baby Blues. I just got new crocs for Big Munchkin for £20. She lost one somewhere between the car and her gymnastics class. I had to spend 15 minutes looking across the parking lot for it.