Another Puncture. What is Going On???

Had another puncture, 2nd in a month,  rear wheel this time.  What is happening - I have had no punctures in years and years of cycling over thousands of miles and now 2 in the same month. Can't believe it, anyway I am getting new tyres for America, Foldable Marathon Supreme 700x28. Any comments on these tyres welcome.  Still, this is great practice for me and I managed to change the back tyre (slowly).  Only problem I have is closing the QR lever but that is a matter of strength and correct tension.  Will have to work on it or ask a passing friendly redneck!! 

Wind, Wind,Wind Go Away.

What weather, wet and windy.  What a battle, like cycling straight uphill and so dangerous if a gust catches you. Fed up with it as it is affecting my mileage, have to use exercise bike which I hate. Pounding away on the bike and going nowhere fast. Wish it would get cold and calm. Starting using overshoes and waterproof socks when out.  Feet feel warmer but will reserve judgement until the snow comes then see how warm they are.  Toasty at moment.