Helen, Andrew and Ethan Visit

Helen, Andrew and Ethan arrived today. Triggering another round of present giving.

Further photos are HERE

Family Christmas

The traditional pre-meal photo.  We had a turkey crown from Dallduff Farm which cooked beautifully. Tons of sprouts for me.  As I'm the only lover of white source I spent a relaxing time sturing the roux and mixing in the milk. The M&S Christmas pudding was juicy  with large chunks of fruit and nuts.

Other photos can be found HERE

Jean received the two extremes of foot wear. A pair of trainers and some high class granny slippers.

Laura and Alan's Wedding - Sheffield

A really special weekend  for the wedding of Laura and Alan. The venue being in a Derbyshire hotel, the Maynard.  Most of the out of town guests were booked into The Rutland in Sheffield. I've not been back since my graduation ceremony nearly 40 years ago.

Ann looking very glamorous 

Due to recovering from illness I didn't spend the usual time getting a full selection of images.

Further photos can be found HERE

Very heavy rain for most of the day did not really suppress everyones spirits. It slowed to a gentle drizzle for a few quick out of doors photos of the whole wedding party.

The catering was excellent.  A good portion of vegetables - something I frequently moan about.  Fish cakes to start with Chicken and mash followed by treacle pud and well flavoured custard.

GSCS Christmas Night Out (Ayr)

A big turn out of new, current and past group members. As every year, excellent organisation by Fiona including the super tough quiz.

For me the Carrick Lodge's food was first class - well apart from my Pavlova which was solid.

I played my part due to the real white beard. Really good fun. Goodness I really have a Rudolph nose - the red wine kicking in.

Santa arrives - bag full of presents

Again thanks to Fiona who acted as main photographer due to Santa's duties.

Other selected photos can be found HERE

Rhys's 8th Birthday

Rhys requested a BMX bike. Here he is giving it a quick blast on the path.

A few more photos are HERE