Drought

It is amazing to think, but they are whispering that word, drought, in these parts.

Over the last few years there has been below average rainfall. Some streams that flow into the Thames have dried up completely. England is simply not getting enough rain for the amount of water it uses. There is even talk of water restrictions.

However, the biggest culprit would seem to be the water company, Thames Water, who can't patch up their leaky system quick enough.

I must say that the weather has been pretty kind to Natalie and I since we first arrived. I figured the winters would be dull, grey and rather damp for much of the time. While we have had our share of dull and grey days, the periods of rain have been few and far between. Not like some Sydney winters I recall where the rain has come in and 'sat' on the city for days at a time. It just hasn't happened here.

Today is a glorious day, weather wise, with not a cloud in the sky. Though a bit chilly, it is great to see the sun and have noticeably longer days to that of six weeks ago.