It is the time of year when I wish my good old friend Charlotte a happy birthday. This time last year, of course, we all had the jubilation and merriment of the paralympic closing ceremony, but today, the rain starting to pour, I can’t help feeling a little low. Of course, Lyn and I have many cool things to look forward to; it is just the fact that it has been months since I saw my best friend from university. C has an infectious energy about her that just makes one want to party. From what I read, though, she is doing well: Charlotte’s singing group, The Harmonettes, looks like it’s getting ver popular, and sounds wonderful. Wherever charlie is tonight then, I hope she is having fun, enjoying her birthday and keeping out of the rain. See you soon, mate!