We managed to ’surprise’ Simon Landi this afternoon with cake and cards to celebrate his 40-something birthday. Wisely Simon has decided to take a holiday this coming week and will be spending his actual birthday this Tuesday camping with his family.

We’re all now enjoying birthday cake (there was a choice of chocy or lemon drizzle). What a grand way to spend a Friday afternoon!

Those of you on a day-off today are really missing out. Mia has once again outdone herself and brought in a Swedish culinary treat for afternoon tea. We’re all currently gobbling down plum and pear cake with Ikea vanilla sauce - yum yum!