Greetings to you on the longest day of the year! And the shortest, if you're in the Northern Hemisphere. This special time of the year has been one of poppies, roses, lots of eating and drinking with friends and family and... a lot of work as we near the end of 2023 and prepare for the summer break. It's also been a time of deep concern for people, especially children, in conflict zones around the world and my heart goes out to them and all those affected.
I wish you and your family, wherever you are, a very happy and restful festive season if you celebrate it. I look forward to being back in this space in the new year. Thank you as always for visiting me here and being part of this community.
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