WE ALL have a long lie then, after a late breakfast, Margaret goes to the swimming with Catriona and the kids.

Grainne and I sit and blether then I tidy the place up while she gets her stuff together.

We all have some lunch when Margaret, Catriona and the kids get back then I walk Grainne to the bus stop in the village.

I’m surprise to have made the short list/final five artists in the UK Blues Federation’s UK Blues Awards best acoustic artist category so I spread the word a little. Having made the shortlist by selection of the federation’s committee and members, the final part is down to a public vote which I have mixed feelings about. Does it now become a popularity contest? A PR job? Begging for votes? I can’t really sort out my thoughts.

Ultimately, though, it’s an honour to be chosen for the short list…and any further success or recognition would undoubtedly bring some benefits…I’m uncomfortable canvassing for votes. I’d like to figure some less bullish way to create awareness of the awards and my presence…

Now that folks on my email list and in the Wildcats’ Facebook group have had first dibs, I spread the word more widely about the new version of Loch Lomond (Home)…then I settle on the couch and chill before making dinner. I’m still feeling a little fragile and tired…