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OLD FRIENDS
Lea McConnell is one of my oldest friends; he’s been in my life forever. I think we went to the same nursery and I’m certain we went to the same infant and junior schools. I know that because, when he wasn’t at my house for tea, I was at his. We went through school together and then at 16 we went our separate ways. We saw each other now and then. Unfortunately, the ‘now and then’ has stretched to every five years or more. How did that happen?
What about all those people I’ve worked with over the years that I said ‘let’s stay in touch’ to – but never did. Then there are the people you meet on courses, your neighbours, pub pals, holiday friendships and family friends. As I’m writing this, I’ve realised how rubbish I am at staying ...
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