It’s five years today since we bought our crazy house. I would like to say we’ve made it less crazy – since we got rid of the strangest decoration and colour schemes – but I think the reality is we’ve just made it differently crazy. We still have a window in a wardrobe but have added to that by finding a window underground, two hidden rooms and a secret hatchway through to next door. It’s ugly, weird and strangely proportioned – much like its occupants.

1. I love my breakfast cereal. Sometimes I eat it a little thoughtlessly – ploughing through it before getting on with my day – but other days like today, I relish every mouthful.

2. To get the hang of something, even if it is just for a moment. I get the rhythm and move my hands automatically before I start to think about it too much and I lose it again. It gives me hope though.

3. To give in to temptation and buy the naughty garlic bread.