Saturday - Chris' pre-birthday party

It was even hotter today, but, thankfully, it didn't quite touch 40 C. Nonetheless, it was still stinking hot, even early morning. Jo and I took a short stroll up to Largs and had a soft drink in a cafe there, making sure we were back in good time for the planned noon departure to Chris' brother Matt's where a pre-birthday party/barbie was being held.

Parents David and Lorene were there, as was Abigail, Matt's daughter and her Mum Amanda. An elaborate system of sheets and covers was erected to protect everyone from the blazing sun, but the real winner was the decision to bring Miller's playpool along. It wasn't long before all - young and old - were dipping their feet in it and even when the hose got in to the wrong hands, a good soaking was gratefully received.

Here's a couple of shots I took:

Cooler tomorrow we believe - just as well as we're off to the Sting/Paul Simon gig at Cooper's Brewery.