The weather over the weekend was just sublime…blue, blue skies with a hint of cotton wool.  Shame The Husband wasn’t here to see it – he’s in China for a week (woke up to the earthquake headline on Sunday – had to double check to make sure he was far away – big country, thank God) but having him away certainly makes it tougher holding the fort and everything together….but not as tough as running the London Marathon..we headed to the South Bank to see the runners and meet up with family who were in London for the day..I couldn’t resist taking some pictures..

Commented on the smallest hotel in London before here – but I’ve now found a picture of the inside thanks to Gyneth Paltrow’s website Goop..and thankfully the end isn’t a bedroom..

Underneath, in utter contrast,  the building it sits on looks like this..

Two minutes walk away is a regular Book Fair..

And buskers.. Lots of buskers doing their thang..This guy – Flame Proof Moth (you can just about make him out) was literally lying on a lounger in the Thames, strumming away..

We watched in awe and respect at the mad people runners.  Spotted this guy was wearing the most amazing William Morris style sweatshirt..never seen anything like it…have William Morris on the brain at the moment..but that is ridiculous!

Turned around and it was like the Queens jubilee all over again..without the rain.Charlie with his Auntie Sue.We want to say a huge congratulations to all that completed the race – in our eyes you are Gods – Our thoughts were also with Boston – being there really brought it all home xxx..and finally the crowds of supporters whom nothing could have put off..it was incredible to be a part of and breathe it all in.

Laters, Kate x