Things are on the move again, by which I mean, I heard that some of the taxi boats have started going out, but to where and when, I can’t tell you. Late morning, I believe. ‘Late’ for me being ten or eleven. There’s a new bus timetable up too, though how ‘new’ I can’t say. I had a look the other day and, as far as I remember, there isn’t one at two or three. Today, the Poseidon is doing its annual free run Seskli. Anyone can go for free as long as you help clear up the beach/island after the winter. And most important, the train is running.
We still have the taxis of course, and the hire places are open so you can get yourself out and about if you want to, and for most, the steps and paths are still options. In other alleged news, the senior school leavers have started their exams which means, in a couple of weeks, 17- and 18-year-olds will be free of the school system forever and off to college or work or whatever. I know of several 15- to 17-year-olds who have already started their seasonal jobs even though they are still at school, so they’re doing both right now, but that’s how it goes. When I was that age, I was more interested in my music, shows and a job at the local rep theatre than I was at schoolwork, hence the wonderful exam results. (Not.)
And, as for the weather, it’s getting there. Neil took this wintry shot of the harbour yesterday, but it was actually very warm, and looks like it’s going to be again, as long as the wind stays calm. Soon, I am told, it will be in the 30s, so not long now before everyone starts staying, ‘It’s hot, isn’t it.’
