It’s my birthday, and Fred has been really enjoying himself with my goodies….
If you slide show the above pictures, it’s almost like he is moving LOL
We had a lovely wander out this afternoon, wandering Carnwas and Bedruthan Steps, and ending up at Padstow for a wonderful birthday Sunday dinner.
It was then back to the van for an early night once more. All of this fresh air is very tiring at my age you know!
Jo Anne
We drove home from Dartmoor this afternoon and Paul went to collect his little sister, Jannah-Beth from Perranporth.
Shortly afterwards Karen, Paul’s sister, and Dave, his brother in law arrived from Birmingham for a long weekend with us.
We were so looking forward to having us all together for the first time in what seems like forever.
It was Karen’s birthday a couple of days before so, having thrown together a coffee and walnut cake the moment we got home from the first leg of our holiday, we were able to have a nice slice of birthday surprise, and make plans for our day our tomorrow.
So lovely to be all together again!
Jo Anne
What a wonderful day.
Money from Mom and Keith, flowers from Mel, Dee and Jannah-Beth,
and amazing card from Karen and Dave
and the perfect ornament from my gorgeous hubby of 20 years.
Love you Pooh!
Jo Anne
I'd like to wish all of my blog family a Happy and Healthy New Year from down here in beautiful Cornwall.This year we had arranged to go to Tyringham Arms for our works Christmas meal.
An old colleague of ours had taken over the running of the Arms last year, so it seemed like a good idea to keep it all in the family so to speak.
(Yes I know Paul looks miserable, it’s because he’d seen the camera come out of my bag for the umpteenth time in the last week!)
The meal was a carvery and dessert, and the entertainment a cabaret type singing type karaoke type comedian chap.
We all decided that despite not liking the singing comedian idea we would enjoy ourselves regardless…. We needn’t have worried! He was superb, and dragged us all in as an audience. Look at Alison lapping up the serenade!
We all got given some school yard type musical instruments, and told to join in at the time we thought appropriate. Well, that was it then, we never stopped all night, and even took the instruments up to dance with!
Most of the men in the room got given hats, wigs and some even got grass hula skirts, and guess what! They all wore them!
This cabaret chap must have been using magic or something, as we all enjoyed ourselves so much, it did not matter how silly we looked!
A superb evening was had by all, and we cannot recommend it highly enough.
In the words of the immortal Mrs Hart: Such Fun! (It only work in her voice though I think!)
Jo Anne
Another year, another City of Lights parade through Truro.
We arrived in more than enough time to do a little Christmas shopping, and to grab some supper at The William IV, before the parade started at 7.40pm. A few minutes later than scheduled, but that didn’t stop the crowds gathering in anticipation.
Well done to the organisers, this year had some amazing entries.
Jo Anne
The plans and preparations over the last 18 months all come down to this one beautiful day.
Colours had been co-ordinated, themes organised and itineraries set, and god forbid anything goes off schedule, this was indeed a very very special day, and I am so thrilled for my favourite boys, Jamie and Phill.
We all got ready and met in the room set aside for the pre ceremony gathering.
The word came through that Jamie was arriving. He pulled up in an old Land Rover (one of his dream cars) that was decked out in ribbons and ladies silver dancing shoes. If you have seen Priscilla Queen of the Desert you will understand, and that’s the show they went to see on their buck night.
Pink balloons were released from the back of the Landy, all the more poignant for me, as it was also 12 months to the date that we had lost my lovely cousin Emily, and this was what we did for her funeral.
Arrival pictures taken, we were then taken into the Tithe Barn for the ceremony. It looked so beautiful as we went in. Until now, it had all be kept under lock and key, so that it would remain a surprise for everyone.
After a false start because of Phill breaking down into tears, followed by everyone else in the congregation, we settled down to a wonderful ceremony, that was totally personalised for them, incorporating Disney music and references at the end to tie in with the theme for the day.
Then it was picture time, some inside before heading out to do all the group shots.
One of their friends had arranged for turtle doves to be placed either side of the archway into the Tithe Barn, and they got the release some into the skies to symbolise their love for each other. Again a very emotional moment. I don’t think I’ve stopped crying during all of the events so far, it’s been so beautiful.
Everyone headed back to the pre ceremony room for a quick coffee/tea or glass of something from the bar. Meanwhile I followed the boys and the photographer and continued clicking away, I also had Phill’s camera, and was trying to get as many memories on his camera for them, as my own.
Next came the full sit down wedding breakfast, speeches, and passing of gifts.
I cried once more at each of the boys speeches, and then even more so at Simon’s. As Jamie’s brother and best man, it really hit the right note for the whole day.
I was shocked to find myself being called up to the top table to receive the most beautiful bouquet of flowers for making the wedding stationary for them. More tears!
The afternoon festivities closed down, and we all returned to the room used earlier on the day, and the boys opened some present and relaxed for a little while.
Then it was time for the evening do, and a good old chance and celebration of the day. The boys did the first dance, and I have to day I’d give them a 10! Brilliant
It was the most amazing and beautiful day, that was so emotionally charged with love and laughter that it was overwhelming.
We love you guys, and feel honoured to have been included in such a special day. x
Jo Anne
