In 20 years time I will be 47, therefore a ripe age for a folkie, if you measure it up with the people around here. ; )

My children both love hearing me sing folk songs, and my daughter is convinced that she can't sleep without hearing one of the BBC folk music playback thingies on the computer. (Computer sits outside her room). The program which sends her off quickest is usually Mike Harding - need I say more :0

My son loves folk songs too, and is starting to join in with the choruses of songs I sing. He also wants to become a Morris dancer.

I therefore conclude that folk songs will be around for many years to come,(YIPEE) and any one DARE disagree - I'll sit on them and sing. - Well, they do say that it ain't over 'till the fat lady sings.