Since I just returned from Devon, I find it ironic that poor city to see children without summer jobs have access to steal what they want to get, while the farmers are desperate for workers in the country this time of year, especially for fruit picking! What a shame nobody has linked to this, so city kids to pick blackberries on it instead of SMS. Granted, their Nikes were muddy and the false nails should go, but they 'd feel the earth at least once, and appreciate the value of food and products. You 'd also appreciate the work of exhaustion and peace, and enjoy good food and well-deserved sleep. Michael Morpurgo 's Farms for City Children are a good example, we need similar systems use for city children throughout the summer. Could it be organized? David, they could come to Devon?

Jean Thompson

Beckenham, Kent