graces I thought it had a slightly lighter and in a way wistful touch than the DM. I got the feeling that the writer had always enjoyed social interactions with whoever happened to be in the local shops etc, and is now missing that, but perhaps I'm jumping to conclusions.
Only 50% of middle age adult manage more than 1 brisk 10 min walk a month.
Rochdale - Grooming gang leader released from jail today
