Hi Jessica and Folks,

I'm always busy with something! I spend time also on my own projects with unusual exotic plants which I plan to sell on. Last week a scoundrel broke into my van (broken window, no tools taken, but still took out 2 days plus £80)

I have a couple of late payers, one is always late, very late, but always pays. I just treat them on the same level as a fellow human being. One is apparently experiencing hardship, but still pays what they can. I am just straight, compassionate, reasonable, and honest with them. They continue to pay me when they are able.

Years ago I sold some customers to a small company and they did not pay me in full. I kept trying to get the money, but it fizzled out. They still owe me about £3,000. I stopped badgering them because the wife was the secretary and was really nice, they had young kids, and the husband seemed to a be a bit of an erratic nutter. I just left it alone in the end because I felt sorry for her and her kids. The husband was the " bread winner".

Sorry for gibberish, it's late (~8

Karsty.