It’s quite windy here.

Yesterday morning the weather was stunning. Bright, beautiful sunshine, a gentle breeze, and warm. I walked down to the lighthouse which is just a short distance away but becomes even more dramatic as you approach.

It was the first time I could smell the sea, too. And plenty of birds. There are incredible rock formations and natural arches. I walked around snapping pictures and felt like a tourist. Which I suppose I am even if I am working here.

A neighbour popped in to say hello, and see if I needed anything. And the sheep ran off when I went close to them. I made a small book from the marbelled paper my paints were wrapped in; I will use this for notes and observations.

Yesterday the wind picked up, which I did not realise until I went out to get fuel for the fire. I was nearly knocked off my feet by one gust, and as I was now aware of it, I could hear it all night howling round the cottage. This is precisely what I came here for.

A quiet day where the North Sea meets the Atlantic.

Pamphlet stitched book covered with handmade marbled paper wrapping from A Gallo paints.