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Monday December 7, 1981


 _.Something is wrong with Audrey. She wouldn't start this morning. Poor Ally had to abandon her and walk. I don't like her walking all the way to the AHA especially in winter. 

Nothing at the YP. Home at 6 for a mince concoction. Then a thrilling episode of Coronation Street, shortly celebrating it's 21st birthday. I brewed and bottled some ale. 

I phoned the Hollywood to speak to Dave G , but to my surprise Lily answered and for a while I was speechless. The funeral takes place tomorrow. Dave came on, sounding mournful, and said Lily will be joining us at Steak Kebabs on Saturday. Such a good idea. Dave has a loathing for ceremonial and will be happy when tomorrow is over.

Outside this evening in the frost to put a blanket under Audrey's bonnet.

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Wednesday May 9, 1984

 Moorhouse Inn, Leeds, &c Still dull outside. Who cares? Our alarm clock is on the blink and refuses to sound off. Samuel laid patiently...