01/02/2026

This BBC Podcast is supported by ads outside the UK. The best B2B marketing gets wasted on the wrong people. So when you want to reach the right professionals, use LinkedIn ads. LinkedIn has grown to a network of over 1 billion professionals, including 130 million decision makers, and that's where it stands apart from other ad buys.

You can target your buyers by job title, industry, company, role, seniority, skills, company revenue, so you can stop wasting budget on the wrong audience. It's why LinkedIn Ads generates the highest B2B return on ad spend of major ad networks. Spend$250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get$250 credit for the next one. Just go to LinkedIn.com slash broadcast. That's LinkedIn.com slash broadcast. Terms and conditions apply.

Time is valuable. That's why Lowe's blueprint takeoffs turn blueprints into quotes faster. Bring us your plans and we'll generate itemized materials. To make quoting easier so you can get back to building. Plus, at the Lowe's Pro Desk, you get access to thousands of building materials not sold in And when your orders reach, Everything to the job side. It's easy at Lowe's. You're listening to The Archers Omnibus from BBC Radio 4.

Oh ah! Jazza! Now is this straight? Hmm, Tartan Decorations. What's your fine name? Oh, left over from your wedding reception, darling. Jolene never throws anything away. I thought it looked tasteful. Yeah, I found them in a box. But look, is this one straight? Looks fine to me, but do you know I think it's over the top? No, I don't.

Oh careful there, Lillian. I'm fine. No, Jasper, because today we're going for broar, not doer. Kenton's doing a grand job on the green under these floodlights, I'll say that for him. Smell that. Fallon's excelled herself with a clue dumpling.

Any chance of preview? None whatsoever. Oh, you brought your bagpipes. Excellent. Now did you want a little practice while everyone's outside doing the Highland Games? Aye, uh put that there's quite a crowd, isn't there? The wait over the bath thing is just finishing, I think. Well they're warming up for the caver. I just gave Rex some hints, but he needs a bit of Celtic know how aren't you having a go yourself, darling? Well I thought I'd save myself for the pipes, but Yeah.

There's a wee problem. Oh, you'll be fine, darling. Once you get into your stride. No, no. A real problem. A begin. Sorry? Listen. Oh dear, what on earth's wrong with it? Busy fished them at the shed this morning and this is what they're like. This or you were supposed to be rehearsing all last week. I meant to, but what we work and and Hannah being out Oh jaza. The reeds have dried out. One of them's loose.

It's fell in the bag. Well what does that mean? Sorry, Lillian. But can't you fish it out? No, easily not. There'll be no pipes today. But you're supposed to be piping the haggis in. Oh what on earth are we gonna do? Come on, Rex! Oh it's leaning. Straighten up, straighten up. Go on, Rex, touch that cave out. He got it right over. I couldn't manage that. Not good job.

There's clearly a knack to it, Pets. Straight as toss, I reckon. Even better than Tom's. Must be close, but we'll find out shortly,'cause look, Robert and Jim have got the clipboards. The clipboards of truce. Do you know? I thought Jazza was fussin' when he and Kenton rigged up the lights last week, but it's practically dark, and there's still more events to come. I'm ready for my haggis now, I'm starving. Or Fallon's just making the finishing touches.

She's having to put a cut in its skin so it doesn't explode when it's brought in. Exploding Agus that'd be hilarious. Oh, you're volunteering to clean up, are you, Ben? Uh maybe not. Definitely not. Oh my day. That was so much harder than I thought. It is knackering, isn't it? But look I reckon you smashed it. Oh you were a natural rare. Oh, looks a lot easier on the videos. Videos? Right, so you did your research beforehand. I went wrong there as well. Always do your research, Ben.

Uh plus Jazza had some hints about technique. Ever the competitor is Oh, can't help it, Joy. It's in my bones. Um good afternoon, ladies and uh uh gentlemen. They're announcing the results. I thought Uncle Kenton was on the PA. Oh, Lillian rushed over and dragged him away a few minutes ago. I'm told that we've got the results of the uh uh wait over the bar and Yeah, yeah, that's right. Thank you.

And also toss the caber with the straightest end over intro. Neil's been put on the spot just a bit. Excellent events, but uh there can only be one winner. Uh And in fact there is only one winner, cause would you believe it, in first place for both wait over the bar and toss the caber, is... Rex Fairbrother! Well done, mate! I knew it! Kidding Go on, Pete, up you go. Oh no, I'm embarrassed now. How did I win both? Oh too much research. Serves you right. Yeah, cheers, Betty.

So you come back. Very well done. Great performance. Oh, cheers, Neil. Where's Jolene gone? First Uncle Kenton and then her. I'll just snip and see if everything's okay in the forget. Good idea. Hey grandad. Ah George. You look like you're having fun. Oh hardly. Okay if I sit down. Sure. Yeah. Now, how come you aren't joining in, eh? You'd a giving Rex a run for his money on the caber. Maybe. I don't know about that.

It is over by the gazebo. I know. They don't want me there neither. Oh come on, George. It's a pub event, ain't it? So I'm not alone. More of a village event, surely. With Kenton on PA and Jolene doing prizes. Except they weren't. It was all me. Well, they'd have moved me on the minute they come back, so Mm. Well, maybe we need to let the dust settle a bit longer before Well before I push my life. Oh I wouldn't put it quite like that. No, I would. And there's only so much rejection I can take.

George, at the end of the day you live in this village. It's your home too. People will have to accept that and move on. If you say so.

And a vodka tonic for pip. Is that all, Ben? Yeah, that's it, thanks. Have you uh ordered your supper? Dad did it earlier. Well, I'll put these. Yeah, cheers. Hey, I can't believe how good Jazzer is on the bagpipes now. Yes, yes, he um well he did promise to practice. He's loads better than last year, or any year I can remember. Josh is doing brilliantly out there.

Really throwing himself into it. Yeah, I was just saying that. Well um he'll need a little break now, I expect. Oh, I'm not surprised. Hey hey, Jasser There'll be a point behind the bar for ya. Yeah, and one from us, Jasser. You're doing great.

I'm just never to the jets, Lillian. Yep, right you are, darling. Did you see Zainab and Chelsea sword dancing? Yeah. I mean if they'd stopped laughing, they'd have been brilliant. Oh, I forgot to ask Lillian. Where did you and Uncle Kenton suddenly rush off to? Well uh well I I I remembered that he needed to Oh rehearse his toast to the lasses. Now Ben, isn't it your graduation this week? Is it? Yeah, yeah, Friday. Oh congratulation.

A degree in nursing. Quite some achievement. Thanks, Neil. And now you finish the hard slog, it'll be lovely for you and your course mates to celebrate. Yeah, yeah, it will. Can't wait to see'em. Right, thanks for the drink. You're welcome, darling. So uh now a pint for you, Neil, and one for Jazz and what about Suzy? Oh, she's not finished her shark night. Um listen, is Tracy

still making the reply. The um the toaster the laddies, yeah, I'm afraid so. Oh have you heard it, Lillian? Because Susan has, and she hasn't stopped blushing since. Absurdly rude, but all her attempts to censor it have failed. Oh dear. We're in for quite an evening.

Here you go, Rex. Help yourself to crisp. Uh don't tell me, haggis flavoured. You got it. Are you having supper here? Oh, uh yeah, I can't really afford it. Have some more of these then. Oh, thank you. So, uh, how you been, Joy? I feel like I haven't seen you properly since um I'm not sure. What, before New Year's Eve? D did you have a nice time, by the way? Oh. Sorry, sorry, you you must have been in here for the George Grundy shenanigans. I was

Yeah, I was busy in the taxi a lot of the night, so I missed it all. Look at you. Must have destroyed the mood. Oh Mick and I went straight home. I fell asleep in front of the telly the minute I got back on the boat. We did the same. Joy, can you pour me one in my paints then? I've two lined up. Hey, Eddie bought you one as well. Did he? Champion. Hm. I'll bring you one over in a minute. Ta Jazza, you've done a cracking job out there tonight. No bad, Emma.

Oh the old tunes for you when I was a burn, they're all flooding back. Right. It's a tremendous feeling. Yo your bagpipes seem to be um Oh uh no no no. His pipes are kaput, I'm afraid. What so that music? Kenton's playing selected tracks through a speaker outside. The tunes are flattened back. A tremendous feeling. I don't think anyone's even noticed. Everyone's so busy watching Fallon bringing in the haggis. Honestly, classic jazzer.

I I didn't realise you were poppin' round. Oh no, I can't stop Georgia. Your nano and I saved you this in case you fancy it. Oh you made me up a plate. Oh well there's Haggis and Neeps and Tatties, but Only a tiny bit of gravy'cause we didn't want it spilling everywhere. Oh well a bit of clooty dumplings. Oh, that's real nice of you. The portions were so enormous we couldn't have eaten at all anyway. And you enjoy a burn supper, I know you do. Well apart from your auntie Trace's speech which was

It was actually filthy. Was it? Oh I'd never heard anything like it. Cecil Jackson took his hearing ate out. I wish I'd been there. Yeah. How's work, grandad? I forgot to ask you. Well, it's busier than ever with Hannah off sick. I mean we've got cover, but uh still extra stress, you know. Well, you shouldn't let it get you down, okay? No, no, you're right. I'll try not to. Although, to be fair, there's nothing I'd love more than some work stress. Ah, I'm sure. Listen.

Yanana was chatting to the meadow farm with the The shop last week, Esme Mulligan. Do you know her? No, but I heard she took it on. Oh, she was saying she'd been offered some IT contracts. I think she's a computer programmer, that sort of thing. Uhhuh. But she won't have time to do them, not on top of her work on the farm. Okay. They're worth a lot of money, these contracts. She's got a dairy herd, isn't she? Yeah, sixty or seventy strong I'd say, so

At the very least she'll need help with milking, don't you reckon? Maybe so, but she ain't gonna take me on. Isn't it worth asking? Mm I dunno, is it? Well she can only say no. Which she will. But thanks for telling me. Look, how about you and Amber come over for your tea this week? Say Tuesday? Uh I don't know. Nana would love to see you and Amber for a proper chat, and so would I. Come on, what do you say? Uh well okay then. Sure. I I'd like that. Good lad. Right. See ya Tuesday

It's not here yet then. Nope. Waiting out here won't make the lorry arrive any sooner, Justin. You're like a kid waiting for Santa Claus. Oh, I feel like it, Kirsty. Oh, I so want this artwork to meet expectations. I know what you mean. We want it to make a big impact, like Peggy did. Hmm, I can't wait to see it in position.

Well it's freezing out here. Well you could always help us prepare the ground by the entrance area. That'd warm you up. You you have checked the plans. It needs anchoring quite deeply. Yeah, about that. Rex thinks the plans are wrong. The dimensions don't make sense. What? I realise that's what Julie the artist sent you, but still Well we'll we'll find out the exact uh dimensions the minute the lorry arrives. True.

Oh, Rex invited the Echo again to the unveiling on Thursday, but still never spots. No, and they haven't even reprinted our press release. Which is a shame'cause it was very well written, if I say so myself. But without an image of the artwork Well I I did ask Julie to send one, but she seemed a little overstretched. Well didn't you say she had a big spring exhibition somewhere? I wouldn't mind going. Where is it? Uh I haven't had time to ask her. What?

He spent hours discussing various designs with her. She's been remarkably patient about that. I did change direction once or twice. I'm the rest. Anyway, let's take photos the minute it's in position and get them straight to the echo. And bore such a life, but they definitely won't cover it. Oh Lillian has a contact there. I'll get her to drop them a line. Well at least it's gone down well on our socials. Well is this a lorry? Uh oh no, just a delivery van. Cad phone.

Sorry I wasn't here at Cram. Goodness. What are you doing? Susan, I've put the jugs and pots in order. Sorry? They were all higgledy-biggledy. Someone probably got them out of the dishwasher in a hurry. I got them out the dishwasher. Oh. But there were big ones next to small ones? Sorry. Shall I put them back? Although I'm not sure Oh no, no, don't bother O T I do apologize. I was just keen to be productive while I waited for you and Helen to finish.

She had to brief me on next week's orders for Borsitcher Blue, so I couldn't come any sooner. Of course I didn't mean to imply. I I I'm I'm very excited to see what you do in here, how the dairy works. Right. Well Helen says I'm to show you what we do and then you'll be back another time for hands on training. Oh. So today you're watching, not doing. Right.

But I mean I'm happy to get stuck in. Well Helen wants you to see how everything works before you get stuck in. Okay. Seeing as the bridge farm dairy is new to you. Yes, well I know more about goats than cows. But just so you know. That shelf of jugs and pots wasn't Heaggledy Piggledy. It was carefully arranged in order of use. Not size? No. Apologies again.

But I'm glad to say you've got the apron and coverings on correctly. The beard cover is a bit itchy. Helen bought them specially for you. And I'll get used to it very quickly, don't worry. Good. Forgive me, Susan. I feel like we're getting off on the wrong foot. I I I I I really didn't want that. Oh, don't worry. I expect we'll get used to each other. I mean, Adam took some getting used to, I can tell you. He thought he was top management to begin with, but in here, that's me, I'm afraid.

Helen then May, but we got on ever so well in the end. I miss working with him. Ah, and I'm taking Adam's job, aren't I? I promise I'll try to be just as useful. Oh heavens time is ticking. Right. Please watch carefully while I get this morning's order filled. I'll take notes if that's okay. So, the basic process with ice cream is organic milk goes in the pasteuriser there, and we add organic eggs.

A milk powder, sugar, cream and a stabiliser. Uh sorry. Uh this pen's not working. Oh right. Have you got any more? I'll find one for you, shall I? Yes, please.

Oh dear. Well, it's definitely from Julie, but here's the scissors. Oh, it's so well wrapped. Good job. We don't want anything damaged. Well I uh I wasn't expecting a laurel, not a van. Sorry, I hope I'm not interrupting. Oh, not at all. Oh hi, David. I heard Peggy's artwork was arriving today and seeing as I was nearby Well, this has just arrived from the artists. Oh, okay.

What is it? Uh maybe the base or some kind of information board. Oh, bubble wrap. Let me help you. Oh, cheers, David. No, no, no, don't worry. Ah, here we go. And lift it upright, can you? Let's put it on the path. Okay. Ho ho hold it there, Kirsty. That's it. Oh. Wow. Sunrise. How clever. Especially with the sunlight shining through the stained glass. Yeah. Just turn it a little curse here. Oh that is a

Astonished. The artist Julie took some sections of a fallen oak from the rewilding. Oh, so it it's set in your own oak. How inventive. Indeed. Uh can I see it please? Sorry, sorry, you go. Thank you. Oh, I see what you mean. It's exquisite. But sorry, Justin. Where's the rest of it?

Lovely to see some winter sunshine, isn't it? Mmm. BTs. Oh it's parky though. Would you like one of these with your coffee? Oh, what's this? Mix Matay. Desserts really, mini ones. Azra's friend bought them at the weekend. Mmm. That's very kind of you. You know, I wasn't sure about uh uh Pakistani sweets back in the day, but my son Christopher's quite an addict. As am I?

I wonder if we should stock these in the village shop. Oh no, please don't, Susan. I'll put on so much weight I'll get stuck in the doorway. Good point, so would I Oh meant to say I hope the stock that's been left in the village hall hasn't got in your wa. You're using that room for praise on a Friday, aren't you? While the mosque roof is being repaired, yes. It's been ideal. We really appreciate it. And no, the boxes in the corner are no problem at all. Oh good.

Bridge farm, eh? Such a magnificent place to work. Yeah, Clary was always saying that. We worked here together for years I suppose if I'm honest, I hope they'd get her back when Adam left. That's a shame. It really is. Oh look at Graham, I'm sorry if I seemed a bit distracted. I've got a lot on my mind, but we do need to train you up just like we did Adam. So you can take over any extra orders, save Pats spending afternoons here off and on and when there's so much else to do.

Farm is a pretty complex operation from what I have seen so far. Well, it isn't the biggest farm round here, obviously, but it is the most entrepreneurial. Fascinating. Susan You mentioned you've got a lot on your mind. Is there anything I can do to help? Oh no, ignore me. It's just We've got our grandson and his fiancee coming to tea tomorrow and I so want it to go well. It feels like a moment when we could... No, I don't know. Get back to where we should be. Where we want to be. Uh huh.

I thought it was going in the right direction, but then my toxic brother tried to unsettle him, and to frighten us, which he did. Ooh, I hate him. And I saw how easily George's head could be turned. I see. Whereas if we still had that bond with George like we used to your influence would prevail, do you mean? Exactly. That'd help him make the right choices, wouldn't he?

It sounds like you need a meal to heal. A meal to heal? Well what's that? It's for when you welcome someone that you want to uh connect with better, if that makes sense. Oh I think so. Here, let's head back inside and perhaps you could tell me more while I get on with the ice cream. Of course. Yeah, they've already built two dams across the brook. Hmm.

But where's their lodge? Do you know? Actually they've burrowed into the bank, so their home's more of a cosy little bank den. I I've just spoken to the um artist. And? Um well it seems there's been a miscommunication. Oh, no. Yes, because somehow she had the... the wrong dimensions. You gave for them yourself. Uh yes, but it seems we have a different understanding. So this is the artwork? Yes.

Peggy's artwork is a five foot slice of oak. Uh with an exquisite stained glass sunrise set inside, yes. Rex and I spent ages finding the right spot for a much larger structure. We want it to be the first thing our visitors see. Can I ask? Did you spend Peggy's entire artwork budget on just this piece? Possibly. Oh, I get it.

Julie's charged you more for changing your mind on the design a million times. Well it appears so. Oh, I'm sorry, Justin, but Lillian, Kate, all of us agreed that the function of this artwork was to dominate our entrance. Inspire visitors when they arrive. And that's what they're expecting us to unveil. In three days time. Don't remind me. Look, I really do love it. It's just not big enough to make any impact.

I don't think anyone will even notice it. Well, could we mount it on a platform or some kind of pin? Uh no, that'd make it look smaller. It's a shame there's only one really. Well, yes. Yes, yes, I I see what you mean, but uh I mean it's a bit like this is a good start, but But but but a a second one would be very expensive, extortionist. Okay.

So we'll have to cancel the unveiling. No, no, we can't do that. It's all a ring. People want to see something genuinely impressive here on Thursday. And most of Peggy's family are coming. Including Lillian. Oh Lord help me. You need to fix this somehow, Justin. All right, all right, all right, uh I'll drive over to the artist studio first thing tomorrow and we'll make a final decision after that. We've got three days, Justin. Leave it with me. Oh we'll be a laughing stock.

Oh honestly I wouldn't worry, Kirsty. A bad reaction from Lillian is a lot scarier than any public humiliation. I hope you're right. And uh this is the next stage? Yeah, we leave it in the pasteuriser to age for four hours. Very interesting. What do you mean about the different aspects of a male? A male to hail? Well

The first thing is to focus on what you are going to eat. Mm. Choosing dishes that please the tastes of both parties, their preferred textures and so on. Oh, can I borrow some piper and need to jot this down? Of course. Any pain? If you can include some common rituals that help. Things people are used to doing together in good times. sharing something or even passing plates.

And keep the conversation warm and honest and uh and inclusive. So you're highlighting similarities in your shared experiences. Rather than any differences, I understand. Oh, this is perfect for tomorrow night with our George and his fiancee. It's common sense anyway. I hadn't thought of approaching it like this.

Anyway, I I think I'm due at the backhouse now to learn about Bridge Fresh. But uh thanks for showing me the dairy, Susan. I've uh I've learnt a lot. Oh no. Thank you for your ideas. A meal to heal.

I think we've both learned something today. I'm glad you think so. Oh yes, I cram. I really do. Esme, you okay? Sorry, Ruth. I was just checking a couple of photos I've taken. You finished afternoon milking in good time then. Yep, and I scraped the yard. And then I suddenly realized the place is beginning to look the way it ought to. Pardon?

Hard to believe, but for once I don't feel like I'm running to catch up. So I took some picks to remind myself. That's good news. Yeah it is. After the whole TB nightmare last week. Oh it was such a relief to get the all clear. There are worse nightmares, as you know. Oh, I do. Yeah, I do. And it's groundhog day every six months, so the T B terror never quite leaves you. No. But

You know, now I'm pushing for the tenancy. I need to find a way to park all that and somehow look forwards. Of course, yeah. Sorry, I don't mean to scare you. Uh oh, someone's here, Ruth. Uh okay. Oh bye now. Bye. Hi, can I help you? Afternoon. It's Miss Mulligan, ain't it? Call me S me. George. Hi Georgia.

What can I do for you? I'm hoping it's the reverse. Sorry? My grandad were telling me you might know him. Neil Carter works at Barrow Farm. Oh I know Neil. The bell ringer at my father's funeral. Lovely guy. He is. And he heard you might need help with milking. I brought my C V in case. I'm between jobs, see? But I I done loads of milking. Plus I've always worked with livestock, especially dairy. I've got qualifications. Here.

Thanks. Because if you got other work on, computing, is it? Websites, that sort of thing. Then I'd be happy to look after whatever farm work needs doing. feeding, milking, uh all the health and welfare stuff. Yeah, I haven't decided if I'm taking it yet. But it's bound to be good money compared to this kind of farming. Well, small scale. Hm. No offence, like Oh no, none taken. You're spot on. Er w actually I've got a drone I film landscapes with for websites and that. Have you?

That's brilliant. I did loads back in the day. It's on my C V and I'm available right now. Oh thanks, George. It's an interesting offer. I'll be in touch very soon. Right, ta Er the only thing, just so you know, is uh um I don't drive. Oh okay, uh

Good job you've got the bike then, eh? Quicker than a car sometimes. Uh cheers, then Esme. Alright, thanks for coming. I just hope Amber likes it. Emma reckons she's a lot less fussy nowadays. Well can you put the different bowls of salad out, Neil? Well you're not mixing it like usual. I want as many cooperative rituals as possible. Sorry.

Passing things on, offering each other, sharing. It's all part of the meal. Oh, well, I'm not sure George and Amber all notice any of this, love. Well, they don't have to notice. They just have to follow our lead. When everyone's taking turns and cooperating it takes away the tension. Oh, does it? It's about respect, Neil. Looking out for each other.

Right. A meal to heal. Things are much better now, Susan. Amber apologised and we've seen a lot more of George. Yeah, but he's not normal yet. Not like proper family. And now George has been with Clive again, oh it makes my blood run cold. Yeah, but what with the baby come and Shana told us that in confidence.

Well she was pretty shocked. Yeah, well I think she said a few things to them both she probably shouldn't. Yeah, but we've had time to think about it. Except we know nothing until they tell us. Okay? Okay. Can't believe you're ready before me. Well I didn't want to be late, did I? Now we are. Well they won't mind, Amber. Grandad only invited us because I missed out on burn tonight. It's no big deal. Sorry, but it is a big deal.

Oh, I keep remembering all the things I said to them. It's better now, though. Nala's been brilliant. But what if I don't like her cooking? My sense of taste is so weird at the moment. It's because you're pregnant. I know that, George. You told your mum and dad, yeah? It's none of their business. Right. If Susan's food is horrible, I'll have to be honest and she might not like that. No, she won't. Just say you had a big lunch, okay?

But it won't be horrible, especially if she's done her lasagna. It's amazing. Alright, well, we don't know what she's cooking until we get there, so can we just go, please? Let's do it. Pass the plates round, George, please. Of course. Thank you. The potato and leek soup wasn't too salty. Delicious, weren't it, Amber? Perfect for a cosy winter's night. Oh that's nice. I'm pleased. I didn't realise I was so hungry.

And your lasagna smells wonderful. George was hoping for lasagna. I was. Well help yourselves. Amber, would you like to go first? Thanks. So Burns night went well. I was working, unfortunately. There was a mini Highland Games on the green. It's more pub based usually. Tracy says they're planning Valentine's now. Uh your turn, George? Uh garlic bread, Amber? No, no, thank you. Oh, Valentine's meals must be so popular. Yeah, Fallon's a special menu.

Uh there's lettuce and cucumber hailer too, love. Ooh, lovely. Not that we'll be a loading. Here you go, grandad. Well, eating in can be just as good. Or a lovely tie takeaway. I just want to be back in my local, except they still think I'm a waste of space. George. Yeah, here we go, love. Oh, thank you. In my opinion, George, you really shouldn't worry about what other people think. Why are you all looking at me? We weren't expecting that, Nana. Why not? It's uh

Very unusan, shall we say? Well, in my opinion, we've all got to look to the future, not the past.

Seeing as you pop round, Ruth, I have an Australian white that needs drinking. Ooh, yes, please. Mmm, looks like a good one. Listen, Esme, I'm sorry if I brought you down earlier about the T B. That's why I dropped round. I feel awful. No, no, you were being realistic. And I was so grateful for Brookfield support last week. It's a huge worry for all of us'cause there's patches in Borsetshire where it's terrible.

Some farmers have been devastated more than once. Then I need to be ready. Build up my resilience. I'm not sure anyone is ever ready. But as a farmer, yeah, resilience is key. I'm starting to understand that. So financially, if I had a bit of a cushion. Are you thinking about that sprint contract you were offered? I mean obviously

I've worked my guts out to get this place in shape, so I can't jeopardise the farm. No way. But my other work is well paid and I can work from home. With the best will in the world, you can't do two full time jobs at once, Esme. And I'm hoping I won't have to. Okay. A local lad brought me a CV over.

Can I show you? See what you think? Of course. You need to be pretty experienced. No, he seems perfect. The only thing is that he doesn't drive, which I thought was a bit odd for a country boy. Mm, it is. Let's see then. George Grundy? What's wrong? Right. There's a few things you need to know about George Grundy, I'm afraid. Starting with why he doesn't drive.

Hmm. Let's crumble, it's delicious. Oh would you like the custard, Susan? Sorry. Oh yes, yes. I think I would. Thanks, love. You were right. Told you. You're both smiling. Have I have I done something? Susan had a master plan. A master plan? Don't laugh. But this is my version of a meal to heal. Oh what's that? I wanted us to enjoy each other's company as well as the food. And to feel comfortable together, you know, like the family we are. Then it's worked.

I feel completely at home, which I was not expecting at all. I feel the same. You've gone to so much trouble. We wanted it to be special and it has been. Sorry, I'm getting all emotional. Come here. And I don't mean to,'cause it's not how I am usually, but don't you worry. Well it's how I am now'cause you see I'm uh pregnant. I'm having our baby. And we couldn't be happier. Well Congratulations. What lovely news, isn't it, Susan? Oh yes, yes. I I'm so very pleased for you both.

Ha hang on, hang on. You knew Sorry? Really? Did did someone tell you? Yeah. All right, all right, we turn But we're ever so pleased,'cause a baby's a blessing for any family. That's such a nice thing to say. True. Not for some people. Irresponsible, too young, uh we've let ourselves down, made a terrible mistake. It was awful. Even Clary couldn't hide her disappointment. Poppy's the only one who's been nice.

She can't wait to be an auntie. They'll come round, love. You'll make wonderful parents. Do you think so? Truly. Yes, Amber. We do.

So all in all it's about whether you want to put your hard work at risk from someone like George. He's made a lot of wrong moves, this lad. And you need someone reliable and trustworthy to look after things for you. I mean I'd still be in the house. But you'd be concentrating on your computer work. I'd have to be. These contracts are so intense. There you go. It's a shame because I usually have good judge of character and he seemed

I quite liked him. Well, apart from anything else, he went AWOL at Bridge Farm at a really difficult time with no explanation. He'll never be welcome at home farm. Although he did try apologizing to them all. Did he? And he's banned from the bull for the foreseeable. I'll be honest, Esme. There's folk round here who won't take kindly to you employing him at all. Wow. I know it sounds harsh, but he's caused a lot of trouble. So how would you and David feel if I took him on? Hard to say.

Esme, you've had such a tough time over the last few months, but you're you're finally getting somewhere. I hope I am. I'd hate to see you get knocked off course not by the likes of George Grundy. Okay. Sorry. No no thanks for being so honest, Ruth. You've given me a lot to think about. I appreciate it. It's your decision at the end of the day. It is

And it's not an easy one. Not easy at all. There you go, Rex. Thanks, mate. I've been racking my brains for ages about our missing craft box. Safe and sound in the housekeeping cupboard at Greg Abel's, Kirsty, though do not ask me how it ended up there. Uh yep, phone block. Printing ink, tray, rollers, yep it's all here. Print making is back on the schedule. I would have sworn I brought it back from the fate. By the way Can anyone come to the unveiling on Thursday?

Um only Joy's keen to see Peggy's art installation. Although if it's only for family, she'll understand. Oh, it's not that mate. She's very welcome, the more the merrier. Trouble is we haven't really got the artwork yet. Hey? The unveiling's tomorrow, isn't it? Well we have a partial artwork. Which we cannot unveil on its own. No chance. So what are you gonna do?

Hey, hey, you could knock up some fancy prints now you've got your foam blocks and rolls back. We might have to. You're not getting how terrible this is, Mick. We've made such a song and dance about it. I literally begged the Echo to send someone. They won't sure. They've barely made it to anything at Grey Gable since I've been there, but we're expecting loads of visitors. Lillian's invited the great and the good from right across Borsetshire. So many people want to pay their respects.

To Peggy Woolley. And it's an ideal moment for the rewilding to get some great publicity. Or potentially the exact Oh but can't you cancel unforeseen circumstances? We would if we could get a definite answer from Justin. Who isn't replying, as usual. I've left another three messages this morning. Worth asking Lillian? I don't think Justin would thank us for that. Plus she's a busy woman.

Hey, you did right good at tossing the cable on burn snipewrecks Everyone's saying that. Oh Jazza's threatening to make me an honorary Scot which involves wearing his kilt to the bull with nothing underneath, of course. So I politely declined. I'm sorry I missed it. I'd arranged to meet a friend at a real ale pub in Felpisham, but it was so dead. You don't need to go to Felpisham for real ale, Kirsty.

My mate's place is just off the bypass. Ah, you'd mentioned that before. You went New Year's Eve, you said. Uh uh that's right. Yeah, oh me and Joy. We had a smashing time after the bowl. Uh really? Anyway, tell Joy to come along tomorrow, but to keep an eye on her phone. I'll message if it's cancelled. There's no chance of me getting a sneak preview of the artwork that you have got. I'm working tomorrow, but uh I do love a bit of stained glass.

Sure. Come and see why we're stressing. It went okay then? Akram told me the plan. Oh it was perfect, Ashra. I mean I was nervous before they came, but Akram's idea really paid off. Oh it sounds like you came up with it together. No. George's girlfriend was really ter She had a few tears. Neil and I really felt like we've made a fresh start, you know. Well that's what you wanted. Exactly what we wanted.

No, I didn't see Akram this morning. He was over with Pat sorting out the goats, but can you thank him for me? Yeah, of course I will. He's doing ever so well at Bridge Farm, you know. There's pretty much nothing he can't tackle. Akron's always very practical. Oh, but he's very clever as well. Really thinks about things. Tell him from me how well he's doing. I'll uh I'll let you tell him yourself, Susan. He's insufferable when he gets a big head. No men eh, all the same Right.

Just this magazine is it? Yeah that's all thanks. We don't usually see you this time of day, Ashura. I've got an actual afternoon off, so I'm taking my magazine to the tea room and I'll read it cover to cover while sipping a flat white with no interruption. Oh I don't blame yeah. Surgery's been that busy the last few weeks.

I've been counting the minutes till I got some peace. Well you enjoy yourself. Oh George. Hey Nana. Afternoon, Doctor Malik. Hi George, you you doing okay? Okay, yeah, thanks for asking. I'm after new laces for Poppy's football boots. Oh yeah, well we got some into the counters somewhere. She's been picked for the year seventeen and she wants to prove herself to the PE teacher. Zenob used to play up front for the school team. She loved it, but

My goodness, was she bullshit if she didn't score? I were exactly the same. Here we go. And thanks for last night, Nana. We had a nice time. Oh, we did, didn't we? Have you heard from Meadow Farm yet? Not yet. Georgie's hoping to get some farm work. Oh, okay. Yeah, I'm hoping um I I I don't I don't think you can't hi, George. Don't worry, I've got him. Is there a chair? Oh, it is a ghost. Is it store? Come on, George, let's just sit you down. Here we are.

Oh we should lie him on the floor if we can. No, I'm all right. No, if the doctor says she needs to be a few minutes. I don't know Unwell? Dizzy what? Uh dizzy, yeah, yeah. But it's going now. Well, it's A and E for you, I'm afraid. What? No, anything like this after a head injury. And they'll want to observe you. I'll take you to Borchester General. Oh no I can't. My car's in the garage. Look, don't worry, mine's right outside. Let's get you to the car, George. Come on.

We're ever so grateful for this, Ashra. Oh, it's fine. Best to get him checked out properly. Of course. But I'm like a total fraud, because I'm fine now. You heard the Doctor George. But you had to close the shop and Poppy needs your laces. I've messaged Jim.

to open up and we'll can fetch the laces. We don't take any chances with head injuries, George. But I'll be wasting your time. Well, I hope you will. But if you're thinking about starting work, you'll need the all clear. That's very true. Oh, here we are, look, hey and a I'll uh I'll drop you off here if that's okay. Oh that's perfect, thank you. Come on, love. Okay then, if you insist. I do. Thanks again, Azra. No problem. Cheers, Azra. Yeah. All the best.

Oh, and that oak it's setting. Is that from the rewilding? Hmm. It fell in one of last winter's storms. It was a beautiful tree. Well, that connection makes it even better. We thought so. I I like it, Rex, I really do. Well I would if it was ten times bigger. We've said all this to Justin. The oranges, reds, yellows and Yeah. You found a decent angle for the light. Well, obviously, I mean that's her thing. You've got to admire these artists.

Creating the colours, using the light, putting it all together. It's a real talent. Well, I can see a problem. Lovely though it is, it's not what I was expecting. I mean everyone's wondering what it's gonna be like. I've left another voicemail saying we are desperate for a reply. Promises a solution, then just

disappears. But if he's promised to sort it out. I know, we can't go ahead and cancel while he's supposedly putting it right. It's so frustrating. He says he's got a plan, but not a word about what that plan is. Not a word. Oh Justin, why do you always do this to us?

No, it's fine, Susan. Come on in there. How is he? Oh, Amber's with him at the moment. She took over from me at the hospital when she finished work. So they've been observing him? Yes, and he had a scan, although it was a bit of a wait. Still, I'm glad they're checking him out. Oh, me too.

Anyway, look, these are for you to say thank you for taking us. Oh, how gorgeous. So I love lilies. You really didn't have to, but thank you. Well I hope we didn't ruin your afternoon off. I do feel awful. Oh please don't give it another thought. I made it to the tea room, I got my coffee. Oh good. And I'm glad I was there to help. Oh so was I. I'm not sure I'd have persuaded George to go to hospital otherwise. Oh this might be amber. Oh right. Oh yes it is.

What did she say? Is it all okay? Uh she can clear everything normal on my way home. Oh that's good news. Oh yes, thank goodness he's all right. What a relief.

That's it then. It's gone five. May as well go home. He's not ringing us back, is he? Nope. Which could mean he's got it all sorted and there's no need to worry. Or it could mean he's run for the hills. Hmm, that's an idea. Too late to cancel now, so we'll just have to wing it tomorrow. Somehow. Somehow.

Oh one good thing, you know, is the total lack of interest from the press. Our embarrassment won't be quite so agonizing. Oh, don't forget, I live with Kate. She'll never forgive me if tomorrow isn't as spectacular as she's expecting. The whole reason we're even here is Peggy. Least we can do is remember her with the full respect she deserves. Oh, it's such a mess. Oh, did you have any more responses this afternoon? We need rough numbers for teas and coffees. Oh, good point. I'll check.

Fallon said she'd lend us more mugs if we need any, but I'll need to pick them up tomorrow lunchtime. Uh hang on. There's an email from Borsager Life. Auto reply. Please cease and desist from bothering us with your so called news Oh no. What? They're sending someone Borsitshire life never They are ex.

Their assistant editor is intrigued by what we're doing here, as well as the unique nature of Peggy Woolly's art installation. And he knows Lily and see. He looks forward to seeing her. Oh it gets worse. I am hoping the artwork might present the right opportunity for our next cover shot. What? Front cover of Borsetshire Life? Yes. Just when we don't want it. Yeah, Justin's assured me it will be marvellous. Has he? Well, that's good, Lillian.

Mick said he got a glimpse of it yesterday and it was quite something. Justin's been rather furtive recently, so I was starting to have one or two doubts, Joy, you know, to be honest. But he came home late last night and he was bordering on Triumphant. Triumphant Well Morning, boys. Uh is it still morning? Uh almost. A minute to go. Now then, Rex, I've made up a box of mugs that Fallon put aside. Thanks, Joy. I mean we might not need any extra.

Hopefully not, but um you never know. I've been emailing and ringing round everyone I know, so it's bound to be a good turnout. Oh Great. Lillian was just saying that when Justin came home last night he seemed triumphant. You know, I can't recall the last time. I've seen him that happy. Justin was triumphant. He was beaming. You haven't caught up with him this morning, then? No, no, he's been with Demora clients all morning. Oh, um oh look, this is something.

Certainly will. He must have got it sorted then. If Justin was beaming, then that has to be a good sign. Yeah, I mean you'd think, but with Justin, well done. Nothing's ever quite certain. I know what you mean. Right, thanks for these. Oh, um I meant to ask. Mick mentioned his mate's real ale place. He told me it was excellent. I thought next time Toby and I have a weekend free together. Oh sorry, you'll need to ask him because I've still not been. You haven't?

He says it's nice and friendly though. Right. Now you get back to Kirsty. You need to tell her the good news. Well, yeah, if I knew what the good news was. Mum's fine sitting down, it's the getting up.

Oh, don't worry, David. There's at least five or six chairs with arms, so I'll reserve one of those for her. Oh, thanks. Oh, by the way, we've hired some mobility scooters. Really? Yeah, then at least Jill and Christine can have a good look around while they're here and make the most of it.'Cause I'm afraid

No, what you still haven't sorted the artwork? No. It's being unveiled today. Yep. And what's worse is balls such a life as sending their assistant editor, who's after some kind of a cover shot. Oh good lord. Let's hope the photographer's got a zoom lens. Oh David, you're not helping. Sorry. I'm hoping we can get the longhorns a bit nearer to the entrance,'cause they do make a great photo.

It's not the same thing though. No, but oh Justin. Um gotta go. See you later, David. Well all I can say is good luck. Kirsten, where on earth have you been? I've left countless voicemails. I said I'd solve the situation, Kirsty, and I have. Just about, um hopefully. That isn't sounding very definite. It does rather depend on you mastering as much muscle as you can before two thirty.

Well, I was not expecting to spend my lunchtime following a mini digger around. Nor me! Oh, I'm glad I hired it though. We'd never have done this without it. You're not wrong. We need everything properly anchored. And I'll bring someone in to concrete them in properly tomorrow. I hate to remind you, Justin, but there's nothing to anchor as yet. All done. No, I know I have I have every faith in Julie. We came to a perfectly amicable arrangement.

In the end. In the end. I admit it was touch and go for a while, just a little heated. But we managed to reach a win win position. Right. Well, thanks for coming, David. I didn't know who else to ring. No, well, Ben's on his way, then we'll have some younger brawn. Brawn, yes. Brawn's what we need, apparently. Yeah. He'll be in time to help you set it all in the ground. It's his graduation tomorrow actually. Oh lovely. Ah, there you all are.

Did you realise there's a delivery driver in a massive truck waiting down the lane? Excellent, smack on time, and your timing is also commendable, Joy. Follow me if you please, it's all hands on deck today. Right, old skipper. Why is it that Justin's triumphs always seem to involve us doing most of the hard work? Twas ever thus, Rex. Twas ever thus. Too right.

Who knew that opening artworks would be such a physical feat? Oh yeah, well perhaps Ben's muscles will be put to better use here. Yeah. There's more packages after these two. Oh now Justin, what can I see? This stained glass is just Is that the rainbow? Uh yeah. Yes it is. Oh And what a rainbow. Oh yeah, they should work rather well. Sunrise Rainbow So half of them on one side of the path, half on the other? That's the plan. Where the holes are being dug. Right.

Did she make all these since Monday? Joy, you've no idea what I've been through. These pieces were originally meant for her exhibition later in the year. I had to summon all my negotiating powers to get her to let me have them. And uh yes, I admit I thought the original was uh much bigger. You see So for the last three days I've been persuading her to sell me some more panels. Roughly half her upcoming show.

Oh thank goodness she felt my pain. I'm not even gonna ask, Justin. This must have cost you an arm and a leg. Maybe, but I managed to persuade her that rewilding Ambridge showing her work will be a very positive thing for her. Few few indeed. And the main thing, the essential thing, is for Lillian to be pleased with Peggy's art installation. If the other pieces are as glorious as this one, I guarantee she'll love it. Then it will all be worth it.

So, on behalf of our family And of our wonderful, determined mother, someone who was always surprising, even to her nearest and dearest. Well, especially to her nearest and dearest. That's very true. I would like to introduce you to the Peggy Woolley artwork. Um, if we can start removing the veils, please. I really hope they like it. Neither do I. And and while Rex and Ben are doing that, let me thank you for coming.

I hope you'll agree that this magnificent artwork perfectly sums up my mother's impact on this village and beyond. Oh, now, here we go. Do they like it? I'm not sure. Oh, thank heaven. They love it. Look at the Borsitcher Life guy. He's transfixed. So he is. He knows he's got his front cover, that's why. Let's hope so. Oh how wonderful!

And today we are blessed with sunshine to see them at their best. Despite the impossible odds, have we actually pulled this thing off? Of course we have. Even the sun is on our side. And just to add... Uh please do take the opportunity to explore rewilding Ambridge. Uh get up close to our beautiful stained glass and then admire the longhorns and uh and listen out for the red wings and field fairs and just

Well, enjoy this truly inspirational place. Right. Uh time to mingle. Timothy. What a wonderful, wonderful thing. Did he say mingle? I just want to lie down in a darkened room with a cold flannel on the head. You're not the only one.

Uh yes, this side is tea and that's the coffee's there. Just help yourselves, that's it. Joey, sorry, I didn't realise you were here. Oh no, it's fine. The queue got a bit long so I thought I'd speed it up a bit. Thanks for mucking in today. Uh I honestly don't know what we'd have done without you, Ben and David. I'm so glad people like the artworks. Um listen, Joy, do you mind me asking you something? Course not got fire away. It's just New Year's Eve. What about it?

I'm not being nosy. Well, I don't mean to be, but the thing is Mick said that you went to his mate's pub after the bull on New Year's Eve. No, I've never been. When did he say that? Yesterday. I I mean It's none of my business, but are you two okay? Ah We're fine, pet. I was gonna speak to you actually. Were you? Hãy subscribe cho kênh La La School Để không bỏ lỡ những video hấp dẫn

It was dreadful. What with George kicking off? Mick wanted to follow him out and have a go'cause of the things he'd said. I can imagine. So I said, Let's go to your mate's pub and we got the coats, but then my phone went. and it was Well it was my Rochelle. Rochelle? On her way to Ambridge. Oh Yeah, no I I heard the charges have been dropped. I'm sorry to bring her up. No no no, it's fine, Joy, it really is. Right.

Felly, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut, sut. In fact, she's met someone. We're moving right. Right. Lovely chap from what she says. Divorced. Ever so kind. And he's great with the kids. Got two girls himself. Oh, he sounds nice. I think he's good for her. But New Year's Eve she had a bit of a blip, a moment of doubt, you could say. She felt she didn't.

So she came to the house and I spent most of the night talking and helping her to see that she's allowed to be optimistic, you know? That if she can stick with it all, she's got a really good future ahead of her. Well good for her. I'm pleased. I'm sorry if it seems like we lied. But with regards to my Rochelle, not everyone's as forgiving as you are. Well, I wish her all the best. Not everyone gets another chance like that. And if she's met someone, that's great.

Ah, Villian. Good to see you admiring the artwork. Well, admiring doesn't really cover it. This is what young people might call awesome. Awesome? Yes, I'll take that. Oh, thank you for arranging it, darling. I'm just delighted it went off without a hitch. Oh, yes indeed, it all went to plan, mm mostly. Christine and Jill were thrilled, you know. And Tony, of course oh, and Kate had a few tears. Did she? Yeah. Even Brian was captivated. Praise indeed. We um we do appreciate it, you know.

I appreciate it. I'm glad. It's a perfect tribute to Mum and Most importantly, she would have loved it too. Do you think so? Oh yes. I did want it to be right, you know, for Peggy and for you. And it is. Well, Peggy and I had quite a combative relationship at times, didn't we? You certainly did. I remember her grilling me in the car one time.

when you and I were first starting to see each other. Was she demanding to know if your motives were honourable? I'm afraid she'd already decided they weren't. So it took quite some persuasion for her to accept that I really did genuinely care for you. Oh poor darling. She could be very awkward, my mother. No, no, no, no, it wasn't awkwardness, not at all. It was a it was a mother's love, Lillian. It was that simple. She didn't want you getting hurt. Because she loved you.

Yeah, she did, didn't she? And I loved her too. Well, so if you think Peggy would have liked this artwork, then I'm a very happy man. Come here. You know, sometimes Justin Elliott, just occasionally, you are a very, very nice man.

Thank you, darling. Thank you, thank you, thank you. There we go! Is there any bread left for Ben? Yeah, don't panic, I've not scoffed the lotroof. Good. He'll be hungry when he gets back. We don't have time for breakfast at this rate. We need to be on the road in well, five minutes ago. Hmm, when isn't he supposed to pick up his cap and gown by a certain time?

Hopefully they'll have contingency plans for the inevitable Gen Z latecomers. Why I know they do a night shift just before his graduation. Because they begged him, of course. I know it's good at Experience, but Ben has to learn how to say no. Tricky when it's his main income. Only till something proper comes along. Oh at last. Ben, hurry up, we need to go. I know, I know. Just grab your suit from upstairs.

What a night. I didn't stop and I am beyond starving. Don't worry your dad's butted you some toast. Have I? TV. Cheers, Dad. I forgot to polish my shoes. I know, so I've done it. The state of them Hey, which tie are you wearing? No idea. Well there's one of mine that might work.

The green one in our wardrobe. I am never wearing any of your ties, Dad, especially the green one. What? It's not that bad. Actually it is. Which is why you're not wearing this. Now, get the car started. We'll be right behind you. We'll do. Yep. I'm looking forward to this, despite the mad rush. I just hope we're not stuck at the back now, because I want some good photos. Ben, hurry up!

This new mascara is a dream. But there's nothing going at your place. Amber? I've asked, babe. You know I have. No one's leaving at the moment. And that's because people like working there. Well, it's a nice place with a nice boss. Plus the money's not bad. That's what I want. You'll get it, George. I know you will. Right. How do I look? Perfect as always. Come here so I can mess it all up. Absolutely not. Aww, you're no fun.

Hmm, what about that warehouse job you saw? There's two or three near Felpersham, but they're mad hours, so how do I get there? Hmm it's not easy. Not for me, it's not. Ugh I bet it's dad checking him out of bed. No, I I think it's the Meadow Farm Woman. Really? Well, answer it. She's gonna say no, ain't she? We don't know that. Well, I can't answer it. Here

Good morning, George Grandy's phone. Oh uh er hi, I was hoping to speak to him. Is Esme from Meadow Farm? Yes, it he's right here. Hold on one moment, please. What am I gonna say to her? She's wrong you, George. I can't take another rejection. Speak to her. Oh I hate this. Right. Hello. It's on mute.

Hello, s sorry about that. George here. Hi, George. Could you drop over to the farm today, please, if you have time? Sure. When shall I come? Around twelve thirty? Yeah, yeah, that's fine. I'll see you later. She wants to see me. Ha! I gathered that. What was she gonna say? Listen, she wouldn't ask you to drop by if it was a straight no. She wouldn't, would she?

So it has to be a maybe. And you have to turn her maybe into a resounding yes. Well, I've got all the experience she needs and more. Show her that, yeah? Mm. If you're knowledgeable and professional and reliable, which you are, I can be all that. Then she'll be lucky to have you.

See you later. You got this, remember? I know, yeah. You have. Ugh. Hope so. Really hope so. Jill was blown away by the rewilding our world.

Rwy'n meddwl Peggy byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n byddai'n Lillian was over the moon. Well that was his real name in a pleasing Lillian.

Although I hate to think how much it costs. I can afford it. Ah, looks like the microphone's working again. Oh finally. Poor graduates are getting fidgety. I'm just glad we got a good seat. This sounds more hopeful now. My apologies for the delay, ladies and gentlemen. Let's try again with the nursing degrees, shall we? Now then according to the programme. The price of being an archer, I suppose. Where is he now? I can't see him. They're all sitting on the front row. Oh, ya, ya. Akasih.

No, Ruth, you won't believe it. What? He's asleep. Yet you I'm not. He's practically falling off his chair. He must have dozed off while they were fixing the microphone. The girl next to him hasn't even noticed. We are starting with Adult nursing, then child nursing and mental health nursing

Snear he needs to wake. I'll throw something at him. Have you got any coins? No. What if you hit the rumpers? No, they won't nose thrown it. Not if I ducked down. I'll try ringing him. So when the phone vibrates, it'll wake him. Great idea, Ruth. Unless, of course, it's not on silent. You seem to be the one ducking down, Ruth. Shh. Just get a video.

Benjamin Archer. Ah there we are he's on his way. Good. Aha it's the phone culprit himself. I'm really sorry. You've worked us all up anyway. And himself Very well done on your degree, Benjamin. Uh oh, good for you, Ben. Look at him smiling. I know, he's smiling and I'm blubby. You're not. Oh, you are? Right, let's get a photo of you. No, don't you dare divid.

Hey. Hello? It's me. Hi there. George, you're early. Uh should have come back later. I can. No no. I was just about to check on some fencing. A couple of the posts look like they're rotten. Oh but I can do that afterwards. I could get them sorted for you. What worries me is that they don't look that old. They can rot pretty quick around ground level'cause of the moisture and changing weather and that. Hmm What would you suggest? Spruce or pine works well for stock fencing.

It's best if it's kiln dried and treated with preservative or you need it painted with creosote. Sounds like you know your stuff. I know loads, yeah. But well, not everything, obviously. Listen, George. I think Maybe we should get a few things out in the open before we go any further. Oh. Yeah. You heard. I did.

I'm sorry I didn't say before. I should have, I know, but I I wanted you to judge me on my skills and qualifications, not my prison record. I'd like to do that Yeah? But I need to know you're trustworthy and you're reliant. It's a huge deal for me, this farm. It's been such a tough road since my dad died. Sure, I'll get that. I mean.

I don't know how to prove it to you, but I am both those things and I wouldn't let you down because then I'd be letting your animals down and I always do my best for livestock. See anyone will tell you. Okay. But plus I'd be letting my fiancee down. That's who answered your phone. Amber, yeah. Sh she's brilliant and well uh

We're expecting our first baby now actually. So I'd be letting my baby down too, wouldn't I? She's pregnant. Oh that must be exciting. Only family know at the moment. Oh of course. But it is. Yeah, it is exciting. But I've got to step up, haven't I? I'd say so. If you just give me a go, I'll prove to you that I'm a hard worker and not some useless crimp who wants an easy life. I'm not like that, I swear. As it happens

My first job was for a company which took on extra fenders and taught them basic IT. So I know how important it is for people to have a fresh start. I wanna show folk I've changed, as me. All I need is a chance to do that. Oh, this is so tricky for me. Yeah, of course. But I mean, could we try it a and see how we go? Unfortunately, once I've accepted those contracts, I'm committed to them. Okay, so then I'd be committed to you.

And to this place, and to your herd. What you gotta understand is that I'd want it to work as much as you do. More even. Right. It means so much to me. Honest to God. I could finally get on with my life, you know? Okay, George. How about... How about I give you work for two months? No, that'd be morning milking, looking after the cows. You're taking me on. We'll give it a try, shall we? That's amazing. I'm talking part time for an hour. Part time's fine, it is great. And we'll see how we get on.

I'm dead chuffed, thank you. I didn't think you'd uh I weren't sure, you know, but uh thanks. You can start on Monday, so you're up to speed when my work kicks in. Yeah. Sweet. See you Monday. Bye George. Thanks again.

The caps are going everywhere. You're supposed to catch them. I've got it all on video. You know, I still can't believe he actually dozed off. I can. He was dead on his feet when he got home. It did break the ice, didn't it? The whole hall was chuckling after that. Did you film us, Mum? Yeah, it'll look great. Oh, it's so good seeing everyone. I'll bet. They're all creasing about my own mother phoning me during the ceremony. Oh no. And she kept crying. No way.

I nearly cried myself when you all made that oath. How come? Well a hole full of young people preparing to start a really challenging career in healthcare for the good of the nation. We were bursting with Pride. Climbing mum. You know, we do get paid to work. I know. And we enjoy it. Mostly. Glad to hear it. Anyway, there'll be a glass of fizz in the hall for you. I've just got to go and say hi to you.

To some people. Right. Mate, we did it. We actually did it. And he's gone. Let him enjoy himself. He's done so So well. I won't argue with that. All the hard graft on his placements. Quite apart from the academic side. Our youngest has got where he wants. to be yeah once he's got a permanent job we should be very proud I am good and also relieved relieved Ruth

We have brought up three children to become fully functioning members of society. That's quite an achievement. But admit it, there were times when we didn't know how they'd turn out. Okay. But They done good. They have. They still are. Our work here is done. What? You wish. Why are you laughing? Okay, see you next week. Amber, over here.

Hey! George, what are you doing here? Can't I meet my gorgeous fiancee after work? Of course, it's lovely to see you. And you're smiling? I'm definitely smiling. Oh, you went to see the farmer. Esme, yeah. I I told her I could look after her dairy herd.

and help on the farm and I'd be the best worker she could ever wish for. And she said? Uh she weren't sure at first. But you persuaded her. I tried that hard, Amber. You should have seen me. I showed her I know what I'm talking about and I'm reliable, all that. So? Start Monday.

You did it! I knew you would. That's fantastic, George. I'm so happy for you. Hope you don't mind, but I told her about the baby. She promised she won't say anything to anyone, but I wanted to show how much getting a job. Having a new start and how much that means to me, you know. I don't mind at all, George. we're going to be a proper family aren't we? Full of so much love. We are. And working hard for our future, both of us. It's all I've ever wanted. May you know, Amber. May you know.

None of us know how we'll react when the world changes. From limelight, the supernatural horror returns to Radio 4 and BBC C. It's you in it. The new series of Hi, Cassie. We're running a feature on the Spore Threat next week and um. I didn't want this. We're looking to speak to women like yourself who can see the mold. But in the last twelve years, since I first saw the mold, my story. Isn't mine anymore. The World Health Organization has now declared Yeah. If you inhaled

Insidious. If they get to the brain and infect you, then... Spores, season two. Listen first on BBC7.