First came the grand visions offering longed for delights, full of magic and colour and leading to sleepless nights of expectancy.
Then these anticipated joys were somehow forgotten for a while as daily life trudged on with no sign of any fulfilment.
Next, but probably after a nudge or two from himself, plans became transformed as excuses were made about increasing workloads and busyness.
Finally a ‘present’ was given – something overwhelming that was never spoken of or wanted, but which would “have to suffice for now”.
Yes, David knew all about his parent’s