Parking is extremely restricted on Sanibel and Captiva islands in Florida. I found this sign in the undergrowth, right next to a spot where you could stop and get a great view of the bay. Either someone got fed up with being told he couldn’t park, or… well, they do get hurricanes there. And alligators, come to think of it.

Played chess last night but played a rash move after a good opening and got a disadvantage. Fought on for a long time, but eventually lost.

Today Dot has just arrived back from Necton – one of her regular school visits – and the weather is very cold, blustery, with occasional sleet or hail showers. David says it’s even worse at Caddington, where V is gradually improving, though still not well.

I’m feeling a bit down and directionless; don’t feel I’m accomplishing much. On the plus side, David is doing a great job on the new InPrint page, which looks terrific.