I missed Desk Thursday last week, I was packing for the weekend, shopping, and house hunting all at the same time so I didn't have the time. Hope to be back this week.
I spent the weekend in The Isle of Wight with my family and a big group of old friends. My friend Rosie's house has been in her family for many (eek, I should ask exactly how many) years. It's an old Mill, fairly ramshackle but with so much charm and character, and it's only when I go there or think of the place that I realize how much it influences my work.
From the piles of books...

to the knick-knacks on the deep window sills...

to the little rowing boat outside.

The light is so beautiful down there. Here are some more photos from The Mill.




































