Another heatwave. Went early to look at the market behind the station and bumped into Anna and Anton at one of the food stalls. Sat down and had a thick piece of cheese on toast with them. Baby Klauds sporting shades (below) and looking cool.

Impulse bought two Indian cushion covers and wondered, momentarily, what is becoming of me. They suit my room excellently however.

Plunged into the sea for a swim late this afternoon which, once the sound of your own screaming abates, is fine. Brighton heaving with people smelling of sunblock and sweat. Today's moment of magic... Walking along by the sea and being passed by a man on a penny farthing bicycle.

Had long chats with MJ. She really is the Platonic ideal of a woman. Talking to her on Brighton Pier looking at the sunset thanks to the miracle of mobile phone technology. Almost like we were there together. After popped into a bar on the way home and listened to a guy with a guitar sing standards, which I quite enjoyed.

Also spoke to Mum this afternoon before she and Mase set off to a party. Also had a long chat with Toby yesterday, to wish him a belated happy birthday, and to hear about how he is conquering the teaching mountain. Also spoke briefly to a cheery-sounding Romy. Hoping to get over to T'rono soon to see them and the new abode. Relieved this time because I was definitely talking to Toby and not some sinister replacement talking about bricks.