The joy of kicking through autumn leaves (Letters, 14 November) was outlined by Vita Sackville-West. She used “through leaves” as an adjective to describe simple but rewarding activities, such as cutting paper with sharp scissors, squishing sand between your toes and crunching ice on puddles. Modern versions might include getting a letter published in the Guardian.
Richard Barnard
Wivenhoe, Essex
• In your Saturday magazine, the weekly Q&A usually includes the question “What do you most dislike about your appearance?” It would be so much more positive if you could ask famous people what they most like about their appearance.
Ann Marie Connolly
London
