The Archers - 08/08/2010

Outside the church, Kathy and Jennifer listen to Alice and Chris' quarter peal of bells. Alice is eager to be a supportive wife but, to Jennifer and Susan's frustration, hasn't made any decisions about the party yet. Jennifer is alarmed at Alice's talk of babies. Alice reassures her mother that she didn't have a shotgun wedding, and is scolded for remarking that Helen has gained weight. On the way to his joint birthday picnic with Shula, Kenton can't stop bickering with Kathy. Shula and Alistair intervene with Jim's help. He promises to be tactful, but Shula isn't hopeful. Jim talks to Kathy under the pretence of wanting information on the golf club. The conversation eventually turns to Sid's death. Jim is surprisingly diplomatic and Kathy reluctantly admits she is lonely. Jim tells her Kenton would support her if she would let him. Alice and Jennifer finally decide on a barbecue and hog roast for the party. Alice thinks Chris will love it - anything to get his mum off his back!