Trains, planes and trains

A tight squeeze on the train to Leeds because of industrial action - fewer trains running than normal.

Smooth trip to the airport with the bonus of meeting Emily Chappell on the way (really enjoyed her book about being a cycke courier in London ).

Flight slightly delayed and I had under- planned my route across Hamburg so it took longer to get tickets, find platforms etc.

Delighted to see Kathrin again, my penfriend of 46 years, and to meet her "prince": Steffen.Read more