I had my booster jabs today and the nurse set me some homework on Rabies.

I have been into Birmingham to assess the travel bags and shoes. I now know why it can take women an eternity to select the right accessories. Bullring was heaving with kids on half term, that was pleasant. I must admit to looking forward to other bustling streets around Asia to see if they are any better. Help and cute staff in North Face and Cotswold’s but the bag detail still has to be worked out. Favoured bag, 88 litres and 4.4 kilos (with Cuban heels). They said I could take it home to test but I was thinking, if I fill it up with water, what does that prove?

Did my usual shopping trick. Paused for thought in the middle of town, because that allows you to have absolute clarity of what you need to do next, then made the decision that a Latte and a piece of Lemon Drizzle Cake at Yorks Bakery would help me get what I need. Thank you York’s. Rail man at Widney Manor recommended two hotels in Agra and Delhi. I am getting the sense that this is a team effort…or am I the lead in a Truman Show.