Finally back in London. Even with the cold I love it. As Dr. Johnson famously said, "when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life".

A massive thank you to all my friends in the Welsh Valleys over the past week for all the support, especially Anne & Malcolm - life savers!

Watched great film "Wag The Dog" again, on TCM, reminded me why I loved PR & was the catclyst for me becoming a TV/Film Producer - be afraid

Saddened to be missing John Odell's 40th Birthday Celebrations - sounds like an excellent evening will be had by all. Magic & Mayhem Party.

Finally, some good news. I've been selected to perform in a speciality role, in the closing ceremonies, of the London 2012 Olympic games!

Dear friend, Yvonne Brown, makes the 12 Voices for 2012 in the Evening Standard - loking forward to her opinions http://tinyurl.com/7hjpkdf

I'm always amazed by my friends. Those that are suffering the worst plights & going through the hardest times are always the most supportive

Gung hei faat coi to all friends to whom those words have meaning & to all those born in the year of the dragon - hope your year is joyous!

Unimpressed that my Mini, who will be now known as Herbie, decided, without permission, to roll down a hill & kiss another car on the bumper

Son, Charles Atherton-Laurie, stuns me whilst watching Simpsons on TV in Cardiff with the quote "That shot is from Edward Hopper's picture"!

Razia Ahmed did a stunning job of proving that a dinner party is not a dead tradition. Excellent company & superb food - perfect London host

Le Gavroche restaurant still remains to be the best value lunch in London. Huge thanks to Nichola Hartwell for organising - exquisite food!

Meeting with friend & Producer Leo Wurm in the BFI was enlightening. Seems everyone wants to do co-productions in Poland, the land of film

Thierry Tomasin's legendary hospitality never fails to impress. Sharing a bottle of his own brand of Champagne at "Angelus" was astounding.

#BlueMonday, hardly, never felt more positive about the UK film Industry, the demise of UKFC now this, happy days http://tinyurl.com/7lhb2wa

6 of my friends had a Birthday today. What the hell happens in May every year? All best wishes to Deepa, Julie, Lisa, Neeraj, Ian & Keisha

When a brunch date rolls into afternoon tea you know you're in good company. Discussing new documentary ideas with friend Siobhan Kierans.

Beautiful London morning, only marred by fact that I wasn't woken up with a facial massage, which I've been getting used to after my party:)

Best party ever, at the Warwick on Whitehall. Thanks to all who turned up & made it such a special night. I have some truly amazing friends

Revisiting some of my favourite films as research for putting the very final touches to the script for Vigilia -Fight Club & V for Vendetta.

The film "The Iron Lady' is a tour de force in acting from Meryl Streep. New Everyman Cinema Maida Vale, an excellent venue - thanks to Tumi

This country would be so much better if all there was on TV was BBC4. Story of Musicals is a superb documentary http://tinyurl.com/86nlgm4

Thankful to having so many wonderful people around me at the moment, Wanda, Rebecca & everybody who's been so supportive last couple of days

Belated Christmas Present reminds me why I loved Alan B'stard growing up. New Statesman DVD boxset, hysterical, nothings changed in 25 years

Film, Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol was an enjoyable rollercoster movie, though not sure I could have watched, if not on the big screen

In love with Polish Film Industry, email responses within minutes re Vigilia & support from a director who worked with Krzysztof Kieślowski

Wishing friend & Director Amanda Baker a very swift recovery from the dreaded Norovirus & indeed anyone else who may be suffering - horrible

Lovely to see dear, left wing, University friend Emma Williams (or for those in the know WK) on such fighting form against the establishment

Will be truly happy when this #DianneAbbot debacle has passed. I get drawn into these ludicrous debates to easily. She was wrong - that's it

Camilla Moutadi is clearly going to get me into trouble. Quote of the night "have you had your hands on everyone you know?" Really...

Lovely home cooked food with Romany Smith & Hoon. Hugely appreciated the hospitality. And a great start to catching up with my friends year.

Wonderful impromptu meeting with friend Razia Ahmed the voice of Skype & my Google guru - catching up on all that is new on Street View!

Sun flickering on the water, blue skies over Waterloo, all whilst the Yacht rocks gently on the Thames, a brilliant way to return to work.

Packing away my son's Scalextric racing track more effort than breaking down a set at Pinewood. Lunch at Ottolenghi was a nice reward though

Pleased to be in touch with so many members of the Leonardo Ontente group, Warsaw trip. Glad to see ideas born there are being seen through.

Starting year as I mean to continue, final touches to Post Apocalyptic Christmas Party on 13/01/12, get in touch if you've not got an invite

Said farewell to son Charles Atherton-Laurie at Victoria Coach Station, his first solo journey back to Cardiff, exciting start to year 2012!

New Years Day dinner with son, Charles, at Wahaca Convent Garden what better way to end a trip with Churros & Choc http://tinyurl.com/ngd3z6

The film Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, allegedly assisted son Charles with his english homework on Arthur Conan Doyle - not convinced!

Shrek the Musical surprised both me & son Charles by being much better than expected, the Dragon was as good as Chitty Chitty Bang Bang!

Son, Charles braved the rains to watch the New Years Day Parade, drenched right through but enjoyed nonetheless, especially the cheerleaders

Son Charles, started New Year's with a trip to Somerset House Ice Rink for the first skate of the new year (1st time for me since hospital:)