SPARE A THOUGHT FOR DAVID

This is the coldest time of the year - and yet David still goes outside every Saturday - and gets our shops shining beautifully.

When we arrive for the start of the week on Mondays - both the shops look stunning. Not only are all the windows gleaming inside & out - but the signs, walls & sidewalks have been scrubbed down as well.

Obviously doing all this is okay in summer - hard work - but sometimes enjoyable. But for most of the year - David has to clean outside in very cold conditions. He swears he loves it - but I have heard him mutter darkly sometimes.

David - please know that we all appreciate all the hours you put into the shop - sorting out our blocked toilets, blown light bulbs, loose snags, etc - but most of all we really love having beautiful shops to work in.