Q. Who is Van?

A. He was the man.

Q. Who are you?

A. Never you mind.

Q. Are you always this awkward?

A. No, I don’t think so. Just a creature who values their privacy.

Q. Do you value my privacy?

A. Immeasurably. My belief, and policy set in concrete, it is very much to treat another as I too would wish to be treated. What’s yours is rightfully yours. Mine is mine. A pact.

Q. Can I call by for a coffee?

A. That’s a bit forward of you, but, I’m happy to have earned your trust in my brewing skills. Let’s get to know each other first, and when I’ve extended the garden shed, yes, be my guest.

Q. If I make an order with you in the meantime, how snappily can it be delivered?

A. Well, firstly, of that I would be honoured. And turnaround, to begin, will be approximately 3-5 working days. However, if you’ve a more pressing concern, I’ll do my best to accommodate.

Q. Are you open to special requests?

A. Within reason. Yes. Ask and you may receive.

Q. I had something else to ask, only it’s floated from my mind, may I mail you when I remember?

A. Of course! 24-7, most welcome. And I’ll get back to you as soon as I humanly can.