Yesterday's adventure was our trip to London, specifically to Mum's old neighbourhood in Wandsworth. Our objective was to find the final resting places for several rellies and we did pretty well, considering that some had no headstone or marker of any kind. Both Wandsworth and Putney Vale cemeteries were fairly tranquil islands in this very congested part of south London. Meryl took us to visit the church where many of the family were married and I was christened, then to the streets where she and Mum and Nana lived -- all very close to each other. Just being there sparked lots of memories for both of them. The area is now very upscale real estate, but the homes are much the same as they were 70-odd years ago.

Our last evening with Meryl was spent with Ant and his family about an hour away from Meryl's house, then we set off this morning for the Lake District. The trip was entirely on good motorways and, except for some congestion around Birmingham, quite a pleasure to drive. Once we arrived in Kendal about mid-afternoon, we found our B&B and settled in with a restorative cuppa. Then I walked to the centre of town for a look around -- lots to see here and in the immediate area, so it will be a matter of choosing priorities. Today has been beautifully sunny and warm, but I know better than to count on good weather, so we'll see what tomorrow brings before we decide what to do first.