But, seriously, this pheasant takes a walk across the field each morning for breakfast at David and Anita’s – the same neighbours who take Betty for all her extra walks.
Poor old Mr Pheasant can’t fly very far. He’s far too fat!
Don’t even get me started on shooting these Billy Bunters of the avian world.
David and Anita also number hedgehogs and foxes and badgers among their daily guests.
But here’s Mr Pheasant reaching his destination…

And my sincere apologies to those of you – particularly in the USA – who have been confused about the availabilty of my sheikh duet. The dates were changed – and even my web mistress is confused – so, you’re not alone!

Here’s the definitive answer:

Ruling Sheikh, Unruly Mistress was a December 2009 release in the UK
And will be a July 2010 release in the US

Master of the Desert

will be an April 2010 release in the UK
And an August 2010 release in the US

And the weather?
Moments after I gloated to good friend and fab author, Kate Walker, that we have no snow here, down it came!

Where did we go on New Year’s Day…

Why, Harry Ramsden’s, of course – the biggest fish and chip shop in the world – for some plain, wholesome nosh.
And with the friendliest staff in the world, I have to say – just what I needed after a truly hectic Christmas break.

Here’s gearing up for work, everyone – hope you feel refreshed
SXX