'Sailing By' is playing on the radio. It will forever remind me of returning from a gig, with a wad of notes in my pocket, and a feeling of tired relief; a complete contrast to the tension when travelling to a venue, especially a new one.

Tonight's milonga was superb, if for no other reason than that dancing improves with practice. No, do not be demure; dancing in close embrace with Claire was an uncommon thrill. Roll on the Faze cafe on Monday.

It was lovely to see Marek and Sabina today in such great spirits. Fitting out their country house, they cannot be short of cash, but they both work very hard in a range of projects; translation, time and motion, insurance, company law and computer maintenance, as well as Olly's music and publicity. I look forward to visits to their retreat come summertime when they are established.

'Paradise' revision is now, like guitar practice and UWDC promotion, built into the daily routine. Like with tango and salsa there can only be all round progress. I will visit Calverton Car Boot tomorrow and see how Fred and Mark are getting on and distribute some cards.