We had something pretty special planned as one of the mementoes of the 13th Nationals. I'd mentioned it obliquely earlier.

Unfortunately, at the 11th hour, the supplier has let us down. The manufacturers refuse to do the limited quantity originally promised, and the minimum order just wouldn't be feasible.

I'm pretty annoyed. Had the manufacturers told us that at the time, we could have looked at other avenues. Now it's too late.

Oh well, it's not like we haven't got some other nice stuff organised. But I'm glad we hadn't said anything about this particular item, so others don't have to share my disappointment.