I had a call from Brian yesterday. He was speaking through the device on his throat, but there was no mistaking his voice. He was full of fun and nonsense as usual, taking it all as we know he would. He sends his regards to all who have wished him a speedy recovery and that we can be assured that he will try not to let us down.
Although he has some difficulty speaking for any length of time, he is pleased that at least he will still be able to write, and we all miss his stories. He is hoping to get his laptop soon and that he will be able to make the connection whilst in dock so that he get get on to Yo ASAP.

Fred.