Ant's first house

Earlier this evening we returned from Manchester after having installed Anthony in his new abode. He's still renting but rather than staying in halls, this year he and a friend have rented a 2 bedroom house not far from the University. It's obviously a starter home but for two 20 year olds that have spent the past year in very little space it must seem like a mansion. I just hope they look after it ! They've everything they need, fridge, freezer, washing machine, hoover, lawnmower, lounge, dining and bedroom furniture. Ant only popped home a little over 24 hours ago to check we loaded all of his belongings into the car - given that we've got a whole house worth of items stored in the garage currently he could have ended up with all sorts. We also took the opportunity to clear his bedroom - he's been hoarding for at least the last 6 years - 2 full bags for the charity shop we managed and along with the other 6 we had waiting in the garage, Pete and I took them to the Cancer Research shop this afternoon.

We started the day with a cycle into town for a couple of things - it felt really good to be on the bike rather than in the car, oh yes and when we popped back in this afternoon to the charity shop I actually drove to the shop. That's the first time I have driven since I broke my ankle 3 months ago. Pete drove back though, I've decided not to push my luck and just keep taking it a small step at a time. I saw the physio yesterday and although I am making excellent progress she wants me to make sure I rest the leg for 20 minutes, every 3 hours. Aaarrgghh, I thought I'd got past that but because there is still swelling I have no choice. Time for sleep now me thinks, until tomorrow then ................