We have had a run of plumbing related problems over the last few days, some of which have come to light from our guest questionnaires.  Nothing major, a faulty radiator thermostat, a loose tap but on Sunday Chris  had the one he was dreading.  A dripping overflow pipe spotted by Chris meant a possible afternoon walk had to be put on hold and Chris had to don his overalls and climb into a loft.  The worry was would he have, or be able to get the replacement bits on a Sunday bearing in mind it was already lunchtime. Having no spares here Chris set off for Buxton but decided to call in at Andrews who luckily had a spare Chris could use. Again luckily he was able to make the repair without a problem.  I spent some time potting up the remaining plants and later some accounts.  With Ian having to do the milking on his own Chris had volunteered to help round up the cows aided by Smudge.  With it having been a fine day the cows were being quite stubborn about going in so it took the pair about an hour to get them in! After Sunday being so pleasant Monday was more like Saturday, mostly cold and dreary.  No cottages out but two back in later in the day.  One cleaner up to prepare cottages and for the first time this year I managed to get to Bakewell market.  Both cottages arrived between 3&4pm into our dog friendly peak district cottages.  Some more friends or Smudge and Blue.  Spent some time paying this months bills.