I have been distracted this week after the sad news that Mick Aston (Time Team fame) had passed away, a great academic archaeologist, but most of all a great communicator of archaeology. and a lovely man, 🙂 the following links say it all ………
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-23056215
http://new.archaeologyuk.org/news/mick-aston-1946-2013
Mick giving out Dorset Archaeological Awards a few years ago. I was collecting Martins award for him
Archaeology National Trust SW 
I, too, have been saddened by the passing of this lovely man, even though I only knew him via the TV. He has been in my thoughts an awful lot this week.
Hi Julie, More 4 are doing a tribute programme, I think on the 13th July, will need the hankies I am sure. 😦
Lovely photo Nancy.
Super photo, a memory to treasure. An inspiration to a whole generation.