141. Dates

I’m on the way home from work and have stopped for petrol when my mobile rings.  It’s the booking coordinator from the RVI.  My reduction op has been set for the 1^st of August.  Whoa! I was quoted the middle of June.  Nope, not possible.  After a bit of whingeing, the date is brought forward by a week but she can’t help me any further.  I ask if I can be called if there are any cancellations.  This at least is agreed.