As Paul B was on holiday he couldn't do his regular weekly Community Connections mission of helping deliver Mr V’s weekly food shop, so I stepped in instead. When I arrived at Mr V's house, he already had a lovely list prepared. We went through it together and added a couple more items for good measure!

At his local Asda, most of what he wanted was in stock — apart from raspberries. He later told me strawberries would have been an acceptable substitute… I’ll remember that for next time! All in all, he seemed really pleased with what I brought back.

On the way home, I realised I’d clocked almost 8 miles walking from Charlton to Deptford and back. Naturally, I felt this deserved a quick stop at the Green Goddess for some well-earned refreshment. As it turned out, they had a beer festival on, and I got chatting to a few people — it took some effort to eventually prize myself away and continue home!

All in all, a mission successfully accomplished.