Aren't some modern beds high? We have just bought one with roomy drawers - useful for storing well-washed rags of clothing and other junk for the long-suffering family to sort through when we start our journey to Valhalla.

My husband has fallen out of this bed three times, without drink and, luckily, without injury. When I finally struggle in, unless a mounting block is used, I feel as if I have scaled the north face of the Eiger. Crampons recommended. Of course, we could have tried out the bed in the shop, but you feel such a fool. Anyway, it's cosy once we're in.

Margaret Lawson,

Aldborough House,

The Groves, York.

Updated: 09:34 Friday, March 04, 2005