Rummaging through some old papers, I came across an autograph book which I had long forgotten.

On opening it, I found it contained farewell messages from my school friends.

Several entries are dated as July 20, 1962 – our last day at St Frideswide’s School in Didcot.

I suddenly realised that is 50 years ago this year. I wonder what has happened to those mentioned: Barbara, Ruth, Elizabeth, Pearl and many others?

I know a number of them in the autograph book are still around in Didcot and it made me wonder if any of them are interested in a get-together type reunion this year to mark 50 years?

If any old girls of St Frideswide’s (of the 1962 leaving group) are interested and would like to contact me, then I would be prepared to organise something depending on the extent of interest. Please call me on 01235 759398 or write to me at the address below.

Josie Midwinter, 32 Barnes Close, Didcot, OX11 8JN