Charlie Francis has died

I read Speed Trap in 1999. I decided there and then, to change sports and switch to track and field. It is the most absorbing sport I have ever been involved in.

This is the first time I have posted in this thread, since learning nearly two weeks ago, of Charlie’s departure. I was being in denial.
I didn’t want to post in this thread, because I’m using my mates computer, and I need to keep my eyes dry.

But then, I just read a thread started by Charlie in another part of the forum. And it hit me again… I couldn’t leave a message for Charlie to read or respond to.
I miss his humour and witt, and kindness.