5/8/13 I was very sad to learn of Tom's death. I will greatly miss visiting him in his cottage in Thelkeld and sitting with him to listen to his interesting and entertaining stories. Over the years I knew him I never ceased to be amazed by his experiences and achievements. I loved his paintings and each time I saw him we would talk about his latest work. I saw him and Jean recently with my brother. We were popping in to give him a pot of Damson jam. He was a kind, generous man. Generous with his time and knowledge. His heart was always in the mountains but it was big enough to be shared with us humans! He was so proud of his sister and her painting. He also was very proud of Jean and her beautiful harp playing. Both young and older people who have been fortunate to find themselves in Tom's company, I feel sure, have come away from the encounter with a sense of having been in the presece of someone very special yet modest. Mags Hobson