“Get ready, love – we’re almost there…” It’s the summer of 1983 and I’m in the back seat of our car, vibrating with joy. We’re on our way to 101 Toys in nearby Westbourne - a thrill on any day, to be sure. But this day is different. This day,...

“Hey everyone.” Too quiet. I try again. “Hey!” Blank stares all round. It’s lunch period and I’m standing by the annexes* on the playground of Summerbee Senior School with Gary, Chris, Jonathan, and Stuart. Debbie is further away, but wanders closer following my outburst. “Go on then,” she says as she...