Dear Uncle Drago,
I did my best to fix the Raleigh for that woman up the road. I got it back into reasonable shape with the use of a 4lb lump hammer and a large pry bar. There were some chips in the paint which I touched up with TipEx.
What I've found is that it is very good at going around right-hand corners but not so good on left-handers. I think it probably still needs some tweaking.
To help cheer her up, I've decided to invite her out somewhere to take her mind of the bike. I'm thinking about inviting her to see a Harry Lauder tribute act. Do you think she'd like that?
To make a special occasion, I might invite her round to cook her something nice. What would you recommend - a Spam and brown sauce sandwich, a Pot Noodle or boiled egg on toast? For dessert, perhaps butterscotch Angel's Delight?
Yours faithfully,
Aubrey