1. My Father, who fought in Subs. and survived WW2. and my Dear Mother for her continuous support, when I erred and needed direction. My Heroes, Bless them both.
2. Gaining early Life Skills from CPO Coles as a Naval Cadet, Skipper Bowmaker as a Boy Scout and with my best mate and fellow Beatnik, Barry Mac as we trawled the Jazz festivals and the Pink Flamingo in Wardour St.
3. My first Girlfriend's Father & Tax Man, Eric Lee for giving me, at age 12, the ambition to become financially self sufficient.
4. 'Banger' Budden of 'T' Square, Excalibur' fame, Smithy and his 'Bitter Blows', George Barker of hidden cane, et al at school for using the 'Rod' to drive that ambition in all of us.
5. Being introduced to Rugby Union, Team Working and Cross Country Running by a new Welsh Maths Master, when I was totally useless at all other sports.
6. Being given Lots of Luck and Heaps of Trust from the Boss's & Managers who promoted me and provided new directional opportunities throughout my career.
7. Mrs Newbury and the Youth Club Ballroom Dancing Classes, never completed, where I met my dear wife and life long mentor of 48 +5 years!
8. All of my mates over the years who lent me their time, ideas, and tools as we maintained our own Bikes, Motorcycles and Cars in times of austerity.
9. My Two Dear Children and umpteen Pets for providing the environment for love and happiness that families need to grow strong together.
10. My faith, for always being there in those times of sadness, difficulty and ill health.
