than he would ever claim or we shall ever know. although it s a time of great happiness and good cheerfor many, christmas can be hard for those who have lost loved ones. this year, especially, i understand why. but, for me, in the months since the death of my beloved philip, i have drawn great comfort from the warmth and affection of the many tributes to his life and work from around the country, the commonwealth and the world. his sense of service, intellectual curiosity, and capacity to squeeze fun out of any situation were all irrepressible. that mischievous, enquiring twinkle was as bright at the end as when i first set eyes on him.