Overheard

"It's great that on these occasions you get people together you've known all your life. We can all catch up."

"That's Pat Smith over there in the spotty dress. You know, Pat from the sailing club. Hasn't she lost weight!"

"I've spoken to so many people I've not seen for years."

"What a fantastic spread!"

"Lovely day for it, like Mary!"

"It's amazing how easy it was to get us all together at such short notice."

"That's Mary for you!"

"Pity she can't enjoy her own party!"

"Who says I've not enjoyed it? I've had 4 years to plan it!"