The title of course refer to the passing of Raymond Briggs. His wonderful books featured prominently throughout my teaching career- I ordered many copies for the different schools I worked in and enjoyed sharing them with children and adults!. I still vividly  remember that first showing of the Snowman just after I became a Dad.  His books were of course wonderfully illustrated and tenderly written. He has made me cry many times! Looking forward to sharing them with my grandchildren! “Blooming Christmas!”

Talking of grandchildren we visited Owen today. Another delightful day. He was as irrepressible as ever and entertained us  We are both exhausted from our travels of the last two days!