House sorted? CheckPresent wrapped? Check Shopping done? Check Decorations up? Check Cards sent? Check Right then I think we will go and get copious amounts of fresh air with not a bauble or shop in sight! So it's off to Hillier Arboretum in Ampfield near Romsey Hampshire.

This is were my brother has a plaque on a garden bench.

Whenever I visit it seems to be raining or someone else is sitting on it, this time I got to sit here for a while. Merry Christmas Colin.

He has a very nice view.

A nice break from all the hustle and bustle that is Christmas, do one small thing you like doing in peace and quiet this Christmas, you deserve it and will feel better for it, even if it's only for 30 minutes.