Paint

Rian is actually, despite BLEAK, in a fine mood today.

Aidan and Rian painted the last of the bathroom trim. Or rather, Rian painted the trim and Aidan painted the bathroom door which Rian plans to remove and replace before winter.

Rian painted neatly. Aidan slopped white paint over the stiff blue carpet, which Rian also plans to remove.

There was no worry about smears or damage. There was only the joy of watching a child feel he is a GrownUp Helper and a Master Paintsman.

Just as the kitten, watching us from beneath the battered playroom couch - also replaceable - felt we was a Master Hunter and King of the Jungle.

Rian's days are often about the small joys, yes?