Got the ‘end of summer blues’? It’s the little things that will bring you joy

The other night, after a particularly hard day, I took myself off for a solo “date” at my favourite local. A friend immediately replied to my story, saying: “LOL I love that when you’re drunk, the first thing you do is hype your children.” I swear, I’d only had a few sips of beer when I did it, but she’s right: and there’s a good reason for reminding myself how fortunate I am, all things considered – that I have joy in my life. I just messaged a friend to ask if we are getting tickets for the local rugby club’s bonfire night, in November – when she asked why it was on my mind so early, I said it’s because I want “things to look forward to”. I don’t remember an important event without scent – I can recall easily what I was “wearing” when I got married; when I graduated; when I had first dates. Le Labo’s “city exclusives” collection only comes around for one month of the year, but this year I’ve chosen something new: Gaiac 10, which is the signature scent of Tokyo.