The Archers - 14/09/2008

Back from their honeymoon, Alan is dreaming of long lie-ins and room service from his new bride whilst Usha is determined to bring him back to earth with a strict regime of DIY. He thinks she is joking, but realises his mistake when she insists that they begin on the bedroom immediately. That's just the start. There's the rest of the house and the garden to be done. Lilian is worried that Matt might be facing an anti-climactic end to the search for his mother. Jennifer tries to reassure her that it's likely that Matt's mother will be delighted to receive a letter from him. Lilian finds Matt harbouring his own apprehensions. Feeling responsible for any potential rejection, she tries to reassure him. Matt insists that he's okay and that he doesn't expect an answer to his letter in the near future, if at all. The IOUs are getting out of hand and Susan's had enough. The swap club committee meet to discuss their situation. Pat and Jennifer are determined not to give up on the transition community and Pat volunteers to research other similar schemes. If there's a way out of this mess, she's sure she'll find it. Episode written by Simon Frith.