I'm feeling very flat and sad having just seen Kendall off at the airport.I don't know when I've had a better time or been sorrier to see a visitor leave.

It wasn't that we did anything that remarkable you understand...well, other than the unfortunate incident with the vicar's wife, the llama and a pot of goosberry jam ... which I think I've managed to keep out of the papers.

Other than a trip to the Yorkshire Dales, Hampton Court and, of course, Cecil Sharpe House ( may it's name be forever revered)we simply spent time just sitting around swapping jokes, telling stories and making music but if that isn't a good way to spend time with a new best buddy then I don't know what is.

Anyway, I'm going to miss you, my friend.Have a good flight home and hurry back!There will always be a warm welcome for you in our house.