Rain

There seems to be a surplus of water everywhere in the UK over the last few months. In the first quarter of the year, there were drought warnings and we were talking about the poor plants not getting enough. It's completely turned around now.

We have big events coming up, like Wimbledon finals and, obviously, the Summer Olympics. I hope the rain diminishes so that the best of British weather turns up on show.
I feel sorry for the organisers and volunteers at smaller events happening at weekends. Things like summer school fetes, festivals, open gardens, art walks, fun runs and such like. We're going to a Roald Dahl festival procession later this morning. The school children march with bands and show off the character models they have made and painted. These structures can be impressive and have to be carried by several people. The weather can really put a damper on it because the models are made of papier mache, so they just dissolve when it rains.
There is also a big event in the calendar for the library. They set stalls up outside and sell off some stock. I usually end up with a few good items from these. It's important to get there early.
Have a good weekend all!