As date for trial grows nearer am becoming complete nervous wreck. Sleep ruined by nightmares of being strangled by annacondas whilst giving evidence in witness box. Most loyal supporters - all of whom determined to speak on my behalf - also experiencing anxiety. Henri, guinea pig, developed itchiness and has consulted dermatologist on what cleansing products to use. Neville, mouse, can't stop shaking. Even Oscar, chimp - most academic of we creative writing students - has nervous tic which is excruciating to watch.
As we were complaining about our latest ailments one day in Princes Street gardens, who should suddenly appear but my barrister, Justice Chatterton. Told us we needed to get away from Edinburgh and has since organised Easter celebration in Perthshire - near a loch. Most moved by his kindness. Event will last for most of the day and will involve lots of eating and games.
PurrsBakhtin
