Good evening, I hope you enjoyed tonight’s show and appreciated the news that on Saturday we are hosting…an evacuee reunion lunch. I know that Historybuff, at least, will be delighted. The idea has, indeed, ignited Father’s enthusiasm. The amount of work necessary to arrange this get-together is not for the weak-hearted, although I have already contacted one former evacuee, who happily accepted the invitation. Plus my cousin has impressed me with her ability to apply herself when necessary. As you saw tonight, nerves now under control, yesterday’s cookery lesson was exemplary.It’s hard to explain, but today, for the first time in weeks – months, even – I feel positive. Thanks to Abigail’s input, the weight of preserving Applebridge Hall’s future is…less oppressive. I’m beginning to appreciate that her ideas and gusto are refreshing. And I’m sure her friends, such as her, erm, lodger, would be equally inspiring. Plus funny, easy-going and spontaneous…Abigail has made me realize that, without Mother’s light touch around here, Father and I have become as stale and musty as an antique book from our library.
