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the 6th. Had run out of supplies so had to fly around & get some. I had my first swim of the season in the "Ancre" the water being quite warm. Had a trip to Amiens yesterday. Major Metcalfe was called to London to receive his M.C. so four of us went by car with him as far as Amiens. We had a good time, the main item being a royal feed, Soup veal, fish, asparagus, omelette etc and Champayne. Left there after 8 and had an exciting ride back. The road which is part of the Grand Prix course was in good order & at one time had a race with another Amb. which bumped us trying to pass doing between 30 & 40. He gave in however & we arrived safely feeling very fit. Received a new fountain pen from home in the last mail, tres bon. Weather still good and the place looking beautiful, trees & flowers in full swing, a remarkable change from its appearance