Only took eight days, but I at last got my hands on a millionaire short bread. And I’m away South. Dear Scotland, let’s not wait another 13 years before we meet again.

And suddenly, I leave tomorrow. It has been, in all the right ways, the most perfect trip possible. I saw all the exhibitions I hoped to, visited museums and locations that were on the “I hope I can” list, presented my first paper in nine years, and learned to traverse and love Glasgow. With a…

Seasons: Counting the weather outside the train on the journey north, I’d say three. Steps: 7,897 Size of bathroom: It fits in a cupboard. BUT: The shower dial HAS TEMPERATURES ON IT so you are not surprised by how hot or cold the water ends up being. Why do we not all have this? Get…

“Hello Viccy, you’re looking well.” – Orla McCool (Derry Girls, 3.7) Seasons: Summer, with a mild mid-afternoon drizzle just to maintain its reputation Steps: 13, 118 Intended Itinerary: Crown to Couture at Kensington Palace, Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians at The Elizabeth Gallery, Buckingham Palace, The Rosettis at Tate Britain Managed: Two out of…