I had lots of out-of-pocket expenses.

stately port and majestical deporture

Thy threats have no more strength than her weak prayers.

I have arrived to catch the 0830 TfW service to Crewe, worked by a tatty and unrefurbished 175114. As if ashamed of its appearance, it slinks into Platform 2 (instead of Platform 1, where it was expected). No announcement had been made, and we leave without any fanfare.