A Chapter Closes

I've hired a small van for the weekend so rather than celebrating our 28th wedding anniversary with Mrs F I'm off to empty Son-of- Furtheron's flat in Wales. After 5 years of him living there this is the last time I'll go there. Apparently there is a carnival procession through the town on Saturday possibly in recognition of this momentous event ... Or maybe not ;-)

Daughter-of-Furtheron is home from a week long watersports trip to Spain. Frankly not the best experience. The coach broke down in France on the way there so a 12 hour wait in a layby didn't cheer her up them coming back they missed their ferry slot through another coach problem. She is hoping to go again (third time!) in 2 years time by persuading her teachers to let her go as an instructor. She no doubt will succeed!

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  1. Anonymous27 July 2013 at 02:50

    Spain... by coach? She must be dedicated!

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  2. Petronela28 July 2013 at 09:40

    Salutations to the Wife, and the Daughter of Furtheron :). Kisses.

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  3. Anonymous30 July 2013 at 03:23

    put shiny christmas lights and ornaments on the cargo van! what's a parade without some sparkle! enjoy the travels - and happy anniversary!

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