Trumpet man made it all the way to my end of St Annes and we enjoyed a serenade in the office. It’s the second time he’s made an appearance - the first time he serenaded us then hid round the corner obscured by a bush and surprised people walking round the corner with a sudden fanfare! Some appreciated it more than others.
I’m currently reading House of Grief by Helen Garner and it is captivating. I’m very much looking forward to The Children’s Bach next.
Well I'm glad to read that you were able to zoom off into the sunset rather than having to swim home, as feared. Not so glad to read that your husband had the AUDACITY to drink your tea. Honestly, is nothing sacred?
Sorry to hear about your ROBBER, but very amused that they essentially announced what they intended to steal.
I hope the man not called Emily (and the woman that was) eventually got his dedicated book. Really enjoyed reading this week's dispatch. Enjoy your holiday!
I too was waiting to learn how to ride a motorbike with a trumpet under an arm. I had visions of a Waitrose bag for life and a leather belt securing it the guy's chest, mouth piece hovering around the chin for a quick blast as he sped away
Helpful book orderers, visiting Canadians, mournful trumpet players and a thieving tale - what more could you want from another splendid instalment of Receipt from the Bookshop?!
I was so stoked to discover how and where someone stashes their trumpet when riding a Yamaha, something I didn’t know I needed to find out until you pointed this out, and now I don’t know what to do with myself. 😂
Mrs Lemon Cake’s comment is helping give me some closure though. It’s nice to think of him out there, continuing his adventures. Perhaps he saw the bike too, and will feel inspired, and one day invest in his own motorcycle. Or perhaps Bikeman will feel inspired to pick up a trumpet.
I now have a half dozen tabs open from clicking through on various links in this post, and am off to read them. :)
Trumpet man made it all the way to my end of St Annes and we enjoyed a serenade in the office. It’s the second time he’s made an appearance - the first time he serenaded us then hid round the corner obscured by a bush and surprised people walking round the corner with a sudden fanfare! Some appreciated it more than others.
I’m currently reading House of Grief by Helen Garner and it is captivating. I’m very much looking forward to The Children’s Bach next.
Well I'm glad to read that you were able to zoom off into the sunset rather than having to swim home, as feared. Not so glad to read that your husband had the AUDACITY to drink your tea. Honestly, is nothing sacred?
Sorry to hear about your ROBBER, but very amused that they essentially announced what they intended to steal.
What a (trumpet-less) ride
Enjoy your hols x
I hope the man not called Emily (and the woman that was) eventually got his dedicated book. Really enjoyed reading this week's dispatch. Enjoy your holiday!
Happy 40th! Worth the price of the admission for the Yamaha joke alone 😄 I adore reading your Receipts. Here’s to many, many more.
I loved The little book of the Brontes!
A brilliant receipt, thank you so much! And Bon voyage!
I think you would dig a band called Oh! Gunquit - singer Tina Bopporoni hula hoops while playing the trumpet… https://youtu.be/2PR0H-CEgoQ?si=LFblYx_QgtxGa6Kb
Not quite a trumpeter on a motorbike but I saw this video involving a brass band and runners earlier this week and it made my day https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1032776588094200
Enjoy your holiday!!🥳
I only subbed today. These Receipts are excellent. Since you're at #40, I'm going to have to explore the back catalogue!
Seems like you had a good day. I loved Alperton Angels. I thought by far the best in that series.
Have a nice holiday!!
I too was waiting to learn how to ride a motorbike with a trumpet under an arm. I had visions of a Waitrose bag for life and a leather belt securing it the guy's chest, mouth piece hovering around the chin for a quick blast as he sped away
Helpful book orderers, visiting Canadians, mournful trumpet players and a thieving tale - what more could you want from another splendid instalment of Receipt from the Bookshop?!
I was so stoked to discover how and where someone stashes their trumpet when riding a Yamaha, something I didn’t know I needed to find out until you pointed this out, and now I don’t know what to do with myself. 😂
Mrs Lemon Cake’s comment is helping give me some closure though. It’s nice to think of him out there, continuing his adventures. Perhaps he saw the bike too, and will feel inspired, and one day invest in his own motorcycle. Or perhaps Bikeman will feel inspired to pick up a trumpet.
I now have a half dozen tabs open from clicking through on various links in this post, and am off to read them. :)
Happy holidays!
These receipts are such delightful buckets of joy and I enjoy them so much!