Shadows are thrown across the ruts in the Thames Path.
Under the bridge sunlight enters deep into the normally dark tunnel.

Over the bridge half of the cottage is hidden beneath the bridge-side wall.

Walking through town this morning a couple of minor things caught my eye. There were men from the Town Council putting up brackets in preparation for the Christmas Lights.

And there was a van parked nearby with a “Traffic Survey” sign in the rear window, counting the cars through Stratton Way.

Inspired by this, I did my ad-hoc, back of an envelope, survey at about 10:30. The pattern could be completely different at other times. But for what it is worth (not much) the results are on the map with vehicles counted in the 5-10 minute period.

Progress seems to have slowed down. Perhaps they are in the slough of despond.

The new Nursing Home first mentioned back in January officially opens today. The home’s Official website says it will house “64 elderly residents.” There have been people working in the office for at least a couple of weeks now.

It is run by Carebase who say “The key to our success at Abingdon Court is that everyone feels at home. We encourage you to bring your own reminders of home, such as small pieces of furniture, pictures, ornaments and other special mementos.“

Also “On arrival at Abingdon Court, we will introduce you to a key member of staff and a long-standing resident, to assist you during the ‘settling in’ period. Also, you are invited to hold a tea party. This is an opportunity to invite family and friends to see your new home – rather like a house warming.”

Presumably the long-standing resident will not be very long-standing at first. But good luck. I hope it will become a happy home to all the people living there with many long-standing residents.