Whilst the world started to turn topsy turvy, Jim, Bryn and myself made the decision to go on an adventure to our home in Catalonia - not really sure whether it was the most sensible decision or not. With grand plans to put a new roof and veranda on our little Casita, we embarked on the two day drive with a laden Citroen Berlingo. Little did we know what we were letting ourselves in for, and two months would slip into four.

Within a week of arriving at our home, and hastily changing our plans of starting to remove the roof (it was far too windy) we set about refitting the kitchen, and finally installing a proper gas cooker. As the completion neared for our first project, we were plunged into the depths of Spanish Lockdown. Navigating the new rules in another language and trying not to loose the plot, we felt marooned with our neighbours, but were ever so thankful for the companionship and camaraderie. And with each passing day, we fell more in love with our little slice of paradise, grateful for the space it provided us with.

As Lockdown eased coming into mid May, we were finally able to focus our attention firmly on the roof again. With the ability to buy materials, and no option but working late into the evenings, yet again, our neighbours proved to be invaluable.