My father-in-law passed away last night.

Bob loved golf; he loved playing it, watching it, talking about it. He loved the camaraderie that the game brings.

He loved the thrill the game can supply; he got the hole-in-one trophy to prove it.

Bob was a positive, open, kind and warm human being. If there's a man who could walk through his life without creating enmity but only friends, then that man was Bob.

Readers of this site will know that a dear cousin of mine died recently overseas.

They say things come in threes. I certainly hope not.

This space will fall silent for a day or two while I assist with the necessary arrangements.

I hope you will all bear with me.