Birthday walk and Twister

Birthday

I had a fantastic birthday weekend! Saturday we finally got around to going to see the new Star Wars (possibly some of the last people in Britain to do so!). 

On Sunday the weather was amazing. Which is extremely unusual for my birthday! So Mom, Dad and I went out for a walk. All I know is it was somewhere near Swindon.

Peaceful.

Bugs!

Though some clouds appeared, it was pretty much blue skies, though the wind was a little chilly. Dad and I had fun taking photos, while mom wandered ahead.

Slightly stormy skies

Mom doing what she does

Dad does what he does

It was a little muddy in part but that was a great way to break in my new walking shoes. It was probably because we didn't exactly pick the most used trails. And did get a little bit lost. But you really can't get that lost around there. For long any way.

A little muddy

Long path (hopefully towards home)

Eventually we found the road and the way back to the car. There is a common the other side which was very nice to sit watching. But it did get a little chilly. (Plus Mom had a cake to make!)

Beautiful day

Happy faces

Though when we got home, first thing first: nap time!

Tired out.

On the evening, we went over to Kerry and Craig's and they cooked us dinner. I was really surprised as they went to a lot of effort and decorated as well. It was brilliant and so sweet.

Very fancy

Decoration.

The cats weren't as impressed. In fact Harley made her displeasure at not getting fed our food quite well known. They had said she could be smelly. But she farted and we pretty much had to evacuate the room! I have never smelt anything quite like that before. And hope I never do again.

Smelly cat

Holly was less bothered.

Chilling.

Over Christmas I brought some wine from Groupon which sparkles. Literally. It simmers. I have given a few out as presents but had no idea what they tasted like, so we decide to open one. Thankfully it was quite nice. And very pretty to boot.

Gold wine

Sparkling in a different sense

Of course having played with the cats, Norman the snake wanted to join us as well. I am not the greatest of snake fans. But apparently he is a very chilled out snake. He certainly likes to explore. 

Norman, coming for me

Gymnastics

Not sure where he's going

Dad and Norman.

That is a very long snake

And then I got to hold him. This was not my idea!

Seriously no idea where he thinks he's off to.

Making friends

The dinner was really nice which desert AND birthday cake. (Bang goes the diet for the week.) And lots of Prosseco! Which made the after dinner entertainment even more entertaining: twister.
Mom and Dad have never played before. I don't think Mom quite got the hang of it as she keep using Dad as support. Either that or her competitive side came out.

hello

Getting assistance

Mom sabotaging dad!

Kerry and Craig were pretty good at this!

Getting close

Me, not so much. I remember it being a lot easier as a kid.

Not comfortable

Timber!

Quite impressive

The last game was everyone (bar Mom who spun the wheel). There really is not enough room on there for 4 adults.

Having a hug (and helping balance)

Mom was taking the photos her and she managed a very impressive one where Kerry's head moved off her body. No idea how she did this!

No idea how this photo happened.

It was an amazing day and one of the best birthdays I have had in a fair few years. I loved it. Thank you to everyone for my cards, messages and presents.
It is nice being home!

Thank you for all my cards, presents and messages.