It is raining and hailing so hard here in Christchurch that I can't hear the radio! I don't remember such prolonged foul weather. My poor little basil plants which were doing so well, are shredded! Got the electric blanket on and an extra rug on the bed too. So much for putting bedding away for the summer! Of course it could well be 25 degrees tomorrow, extremes being an integral part of Chch weather. I feel fortunate to have a roof over my head and warm bedding.