The Little World

Simple.

a. A new Airfix kit.

b. A turkey dinner.

c. A new costume drama film.

The family let me at them. I was qualified and could deal with all three. I did so quietly and made no trouble.

I later years I have added a couple of stiff drinks of whiskey and the sight of the reigning monarch on the telly, but I can still be satisfied with the basics. They reassure me that the world is still turning and all is well.