And that is why Galen has come to be one of her most trusted friends. He's not once made her feel silly or stupid for asking such questions, has only ever seemed as if he's happy to help her and that means so much to her, especially as someone who often feels as if her questions are endless.

It's just that she wants to be able to teach Julia and their new baby everything she can.

"I like very much that school is required here for all children," she says. "I know those with money can still choose a different sort of school, but I've spoken with many people and they don't often seem to believe private schools are any better than the others."