We find ourselves living through a challenging time, to say the very least. Like you, we have been listening to the sad news reports of Coronavirus victims on a daily basis. Our thoughts go out to all those who have lost family members or who have loved ones currently fighting the illness in hospital or at home in self-isolation. Along with my family, we are taking each day at a time, gradually adapting to our new, temporary, reality. So far everyone that we have had dealings with has demonstrated calmness, sense and good humour which is very comforting. Certainly, the British spirit is in no way diminished. In the meantime, we realise that as Woodloreans you are a special breed and will still be looking for opportunities to safely enjoy the outdoors life; rest assured that Woodlore will support your clothing and equipment needs as efficiently as our circumstances allow. Personally, I have been out in the garden enjoying the spring flowers. This year their transient blooming is more poigniant than ever before. They uplift me with their beauty and remind me that I must live fully each moment as it happens. Most importantly they remind me that our current difficulties will also be transient. Stay safe With love and best wishes Ray and Ruth Mears