This is most of the InPrint poetry and visual arts group at the Playhouse in Norwich, where our poetry vending machine was on show in October. The four poets in the foreground – Rupert Mallin, Caroline Gilfillan, Lisa D’Onofrio and myself – had just given readings. Two of the artists – Annette Rolston and Mike Fenton – were there in support. Mike had done the artwork on the machine itself, and he is in the process of extending this.

Today we have a meeting here and are expecting most members of the group to turn up. Dot and I have just about finished writing Christmas cards and wrapping presents, though I have one or two still to buy. This is an unprecedented position to be in with 11 days still to go to Christmas.

I’ve been putting the finishing touches to the drama for Sunday, trying to make sure that everyone turns up and knows what to do. Tricky, as I’m not sure I know what to do…