







Literally and metaphorically. This is the time of year when on days that I work – which has been every day for the last month – I leave the house in darkness and return the same way. I know this is the case for most working people, but I don’t like it. The other morning – a rare blue sky day – I defied the clock and went for a walk before my day officially started. My car was parked in the street top right – and I simply walked past it towards the sea and that i360 tower known locally as our giant ‘loo roll holder’. Brighton as you rarely see it, almost as quiet as in lockdown. Which, of course, provoked other thoughts, generating echoes and memories that were not too convenient at that time of day. But I have learnt to let it take its course. It is a truth that is always alongside me, ready to spring out at the most unexpected moments.