After a lot of thought I have decided that I would like to bring the Discussion group to a close.   It is with regret because it has been a very enjoyable experience for me.   We have been meeting monthly for at least 20 years, I think.   The subjects we have discussed have been varied and overall interesting to the group.

We have lost a lot of knowledgeable members since we started, some have moved house and joined other u3a 's.  Some have sadly died or suffered health problems.

I would like to think that a new group may form, perhaps consisting of younger, newly retired people and older people with life experience and knowledge to share.

I thank those people who have supported us and opened their homes for meetings and provided welcome refreshments.

I can pass on lists of subjects we have discussed and suggested future subjects to anyone who would be able to form a new group, maybe with a new mode of operation.   It is important to listen as well as talk!

Shirley