Hello from Denmark

[Garth Herrick]

Hi Allan,

I am actually a little embarrased by the overwhelming activity in my introduction. I don't know why this happened, except that I kept finding more things to say. Until this week, I have always regarded myself as a quiet person with nothing to talk about, so I am surprised too.

Did you paint Camilla's portrait recently, or 17 years ago? My initial impression was that your portrait of her was new (and that your daughter is now only four).

I would like to know more about your work in thatching. How many years will a good quality thatch roof last? Is some straw better than another?

Garth