Four Sundays ago I wrote about being in floods of tears because of the problems I was having with organising the rota of my carers. And every Sunday since seemed to have been jinxed by sadness. But today’s been different – it’s been lovely and I feel very relaxed as a result.

Last week I wrote about working towards not overreacting in exciting or stressful situations. So far, just making the conscious decision to do this has helped me feel calm and peaceful. It’s a good thing for everyone that I’m more in control – especially for a stranger in the pub this afternoon who ruffled my hair!

I’m hopeful this is the first of many serene Sundays.