"up we go, into the wild blue yonder"

Okay, so Solihull has yet to really stand up and declare it's independence from Birmingham - entirely - it has definitely declared it's independence from banality! I still find Touchwood a very serene, tranquil, dare I say 'charming' place to spend money (what a depressing thought)

And yes, most of that is down to there being a John Lewis located within the walls

Moving on . . .

Now that the 'family treasures' have arrived, thanks to Darryl-Elizabeth (and UPS) I watched as that "odd little old English Lady" introduced her new 'abilities' to the skies of Leamington Spa.

The photo is of her 'new' tri-flyer model, in all honesty, I have to confess "mad" respect for the skill required to carry this manuever off