I called Mrs. E as I was running late from Thorlands. She said that was fine and when I arrived at 14:30, she popped on the kettle for a fresh cup of tea. She offered me McVities biscuits and fruit cake as we caught up as I first met Mrs. E back in December.

We chatted about our festive breaks, holidays, kittens and family as 45 minutes breezed by.

I thanked her for the tea and treats before wishing her good health and off I went.