Since my last post I did another bird watch at Wick Court with children from the Southwark, once more full of enthusiasm. Book club was a good discussion on Carmen Bugan’s “Burying the Typewriter” a book about childhood in Romania. She grew up with her father arrested by the communist regime, very moving and thought-provoking especially her anger at her father’s political activity putting the family at risk. George’s Romanian background really enhanced the discussion.

Saturday night we went to see Bellowhead who are a really dynamic talented band. Edwina joined us and we met my brother Mike and my niece Carla. Fantastic gig, really good support band and the Colston Hall was rocking!

Today I went for a 30 mile ride with Peter Spargo, it was a super ride and wonderful weather. We rode out to Painswick via Harescombe. Views were stunning.