Big decision.

Well I have come to a decision about the allotment. With our social life it is a big struggle for me as I tend the whole thing on my own - save the occasional assistance with watering. I have never come away feeling that there is nothing more that needs doing - and I appreciate that this is unlikely to happen until I retire or no longer work full time.

There is an area at the back, about 8-10 ft wide, which I can never get to - currently it is a wilderness. The blackcurrants are in the middle of this area and haven't produced a crop for a few years.

However, my neighbour Phil mentioned to me that following his recent retirement, he would like a little bit more space. So I am letting him take it over until I retire in about 16 year's time. He will use it to grow spuds. I will have to move my strawberry patch - but will probably transfer them to pots and bring on at home.

I do have a slight feeling of failure. But it is a much less drastic action than giving the whole thing up.