Barrie,
Bummer about the op, though I am sure you'd rather be Miskining really!
You are very kind to speak so highly of our clan! Tamsyn (eldest daughter, 12) sang her own composition at Singin' Spring the weekend before last, and though a tad progressive for my taste, she sang beautifully and was well received by a room full of adults. I have a lot to be proud of family wise at the moment, makes up for all the times I have had to sidle embarrassed out of concerts with stroppy children bored to death with keeping quiet.
Whist feathering each others nests, my friend let me say what a fine voice you yourself and your good lady are blessed with - More a well sung than unsung hero!
We shall see you at Miskin, and I'll chat to you there about workshopping!
I have a magnetic mat for you to sit on for the weekend!
Cheers,
Lucy