Welcome to the list, Elaine. I was a Girl Guide in Liverpool 7, at St Mark's church. I wonder if the hospital you sang at was Belmont Road? That's very close to St Philip's. Marged Hi - I'm new to the list and this is my first email. I will send my research interests in the New Year, however I have enjoyed the emails about the 'Pool. I was 13 when we emigrated to South Australia (I now live in Queensland) We lived in Liverpool 6. My mum used to make bun loaf - I think I might have the recipe somewhere and I also remember the ginger wine. I was in St Phillips Brownies and Guides and used to enjoy carol singing at the local hospital (not sure which one) especially when we had finished and we were given mince pies and orange juice!