BBC's Turkish triumph

I know I should have posted something about the last Grand Prix, in China, especially as Lewis Hamilton stormed to victory, but there was so much on-track action that I felt unable to write anything that would do it justice.

I'm in the same position again this week but with the addition of my eldest son and best friend talking in each ear, almost from start to finish. I love them both but it makes it incredibly difficult to read the race strategies of each team. Luckily, I have Martin Brundle and David Coulthard to keep me informed.

The BBC1 team do a fantastic job with Formula 1. I grew into the sport when it was on ITV and only felt put out on the occasion that an ad break would disrupt an exciting battle (eg. Alonso and Schumacher at Imola in 2006(?)). But The Beeb have put on a stunning show, this season's efforts are even better than the last.

All going so well

Well, Christmas day was great. Santa came with his reindeer and left a lasting impression on our boys. Two chewed carrots and half a mince pie on a plate reinforced the seasonal belief considerably. I'll need to reinforce my teeth for next year ;-)




The rest of the day went as well as you could hope for on Christmas day. Presents, wrapping paper, music, snacks, naps, the Queen's speech, drinks, turkey, movies, mince pies, phonecalls, desserts, more drinks, more snacks, hugs and a multitude of mistletoe kisses. You couldn't have asked for a better day if you'd ordered it online.

Merry Christmas!

It was all going so well until, on Boxing day, my wife got a call about her grandad having to be taken into hospital. Needless to say, she rushed to her grandparent's side, along with nearby family members, getting an ambulance to deliver him to hospital where he is now having tests done to find out what's wrong.

Our thoughts are with him and we hope hope he makes a speedy recovery.