Over the past three decades, Joe has become a familiar sight around the coombe and has got to know many of the residents. A cheerful toot of his horn alerting me to go to the gate for a parcel; when I'm not there, wrapping bulky post or packages in waterproof bags and lowering over the gate - a host of helpful ways which have been so appreciated by myself and others for such a long time.
I managed to get a short video of Joe on Saturday as he delivered his 'last post' to me. So sad to see him drive off. We all wish him a long and happy retirement.
Goodbye Joe, we'll miss you greatly.