Twas the season to give boys suitcases

I THROUGHLY enjoyed Angela Smith’s recollections (Personally Speaking, May 5), inset above.

I’m sure I’m not alone in sharing her many observations. I am considerably older than Angela, but well remember my first car, a 1956 Fiat 1100. It had a column gear change and a bench front seat, but did me well for a few years.

I was just old enough not to receive the ‘apple and orange’ Christmas presents, but toys were a rarity; presents were ‘practical’.

I remember my grandmother giving me a small leather suitcase for Christmas. I was about 10 at the time, not really thrilled!

Much of her reminiscence triggered so many recollections; a great read. Thanks for the memories Angela.

ROGER DAVIS ECCLESHALL