11/06/2020

Tony contemplates the reactions of the villagers to his lack of hair. He’s incredulous it’s sparked such interest. He’s flattered by the compliments of Helen and Joy, and only wishes his wife could be more positive. He’s fed up of covering his head all the time.

Tom was surprised to hear his dad on the radio being ambushed by Susan. Her assumption that he’d shaved his head as a fundraiser has really started something – his dad had to go along with it. He’s glad Helen managed to steer the chat back to the Bridge Farm Dairy. Although he wishes someone could have mentioned the veg boxes after all his hard work. He was pleased to see Natasha happy with the online call to her parents. It did them all good.

Tony’s proud of Helen for agreeing to the radio interview; she sounded relaxed. He feels Lee is good for her. The events of the past had eroded Tony’s trust in people, but it’s all gradually coming back. He’s embarrassed he managed to get himself on the radio accidentally towards the end of Helen’s interview. But he’s glad he thought of saying his head shave was to raise money for Borchester General’s burns unit. The donations are now pouring in!

Helen’s managed to get a bottle supply, so she can now start selling the excess milk, and she has some new cheese orders too. Being separated from Lee has made her realise how much she loves being with him and she looks forward to when they can be together again. Her small steps forward are leading somewhere new, and better.