21/12/2011

Pat wishes they knew more about Rich, other than that he's good at science and likes cricket, just like John. Tony suggests they should pull themselves together before Tom and Helen notice and start asking questions.

When Lilian turns up and offers to throw a party for Pat's 60th birthday in January, Pat thanks her. Tony agrees with Lilian that it's a great idea. It will do Pat the world of good.

After celebrating Christine's 80th birthday at Grey Gables, Jill goes with Shula to Lower Loxley, where Freddie's preparing for Caspar's arrival. Jill admires the smart loose box. Apart from suggesting there's a bit too much hay, Shula agrees Caspar's home is just about perfect.

Jill tells Elizabeth that Jennifer's taking Ruairi to the pantomime on 2nd January, to see Cinderella. It gave Jill the idea to invite Elizabeth, Freddie and Lily as her treat. Elizabeth's touched and agrees to go. The emotional moment is broken by Freddie excitedly announcing Caspar's arrival. Elizabeth and Jill join Freddie in welcoming Caspar to Lower Loxley. Freddie wishes his dad was there to share his joy. Shula assures him that they all do.