An old chum of mine called Gary came to visit for a week. As usual most visitors do a bit of labour for bed and board. On this occasion I think Gaz was happy to do it. Anyway, we began work on the path leading from the grand terrace to the road. In the process we had a great week and gaz even got to go and see some places too.

We gave Gaz a day release to see the sites and I think he was suitably impressed. He took some nice photos. I also took the usual Guardian feature photo, entitled 'why we love each other' - misfits and their partners. See below. The final photo is of me receiving my first cheque for a sale, presented by Jan, who's a mate and co-owner of the gallery premises.

It's been a busy time for old friends and visitors. A university chum of mine, Pete, whom I haven't seen for about 17 years, rolled up accompanied by his family. We had a pleasant few days of nostalgia and alcohol and they left for a campsite a few hours south of here. Piccies below.

The garden's still looking very colourful. Graham and Gaz took some interesting perspectives that wouldn't have occured to me. Pics below.