The visit to sing for the residents of Beaumont has almost become an annual event; with the chorus being invited back time after time. So it was that a small group of us were given our usual warm greeting (in every sense) by the staff and residents as we performed a half hour set. The unavailability of Anna or Rob to be at the front doing the hand waving meant that John Carter – [JC to us], took over the role. He conducted himself (and us) in an orderly manner and encouraged the residents to join in with some sing along participation. All went well and after our last number – “The Irish Blessing”, a slip of the tongue from JC meant he closed the set with the words “Thank you very much and have a safe journey home”. Immediately realising his mistake he saved the day with “Well that’s us of course”. The residents laughed but not as much as the chorus! Great stuff JC.