For a positive note, I sowed some basil, parsley and thyme last week. I got a little gift set on gardening and growing herbs from my friend's mum for Christmas. I smashed the basil pot by accident, it must have been my elephant's touch. Parsley hasn't germinated but the other has finally popped up and seems to be hurrying along nicely.
Perhaps I should make myself a rock garden and plant some out when the time comes. Has anyone made a rock garden for herbs before?