AND it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree that all newspapers should conduct a Review of the Year.

And so we commanded photographer Brian Purdy to go amidst his portfolio and bring unto us some of his finest.

We especially looked for those that made us laugh.

Those that put persuasive meaning into otherwise hum drum moments.

And those that quite simply, were too exuberant, offered too much eccentricity, and in general oozed love, warmth, fun, friendship and Fenland.

And it came to pass that many were astonished and amused at his revelations.