Marian -

I'm assured, by several reliable sources, that you "threw" a glass of red wine over me at Asher's 40th. I understand that it was accidental rather than antagonistic. I have absolutely no memory of this, which demonstrates the brain's amazing capacity for rewriting, recovering - whatever. I was gutted to hear about Simon's stroke, and have read every word of your very moving blog. Such a practical thing to do, but moving nonetheless. Obviously, I know what it is to live with/care for a brain-damaged partner. Fortunately, Simon is young and very stroppy and I'm sure, with your solid support, he'll continue to make good progress. I'm sorry he has to share a room with such a scary other occupant, but today's news about the area of the brain which was damaged is, surely, reasssuring.

Um, this next bit ought to be more private but I don't know how to make it so, given that I don't have an email address for you. You're giving your all to support Simon, but you need support, too, and it may well be a long haul. I'm sure you have your own circle of supportive friends, plus Shirley, but if you feel weary or worried, my email address is jennywalters1@gmail.com. Give my love to Simon.

Jenny (Guardino's/Ross's wife)