The Mosquito Buffet
So, Jamie is a little better which means we are no longer chained to the apartment all day. Got him out to breakfast, where after a bit of toast he effectively once again emptied the entire vat of Strawberry yogurt. Today was an absolutely glorious sunny day and we certainly made the most of it as the temperature soared into the mid 20s.
One of the things I love about this place, is that everyone is so friendly. It's not like at home where you walk past people with their heads bowed to the ground. Here everyone you walk past, every apartment, it's "good morning" and friendly smiles. Well I suppose we are on holiday. But really it is everyone, even the Germans! Am I still allowed to say that? Well, just did.
I think I may have found the solution to the world's oil shortage. Simply rinse out the bacon in the "canteen" here in the morning. Quite amazing.
Had a fab time at the pool today, had to keep Ollie under control a little as he has acquired a water pistol, and not everyone appreciates being sprayed. Told him the entertainment team are fair game though. He did a little more swimming again today and was very brave. So proud of him and in so many ways - all I've taught him - for example today, when we were walking up the street and he had a lolly and when it was finished, he went out of his way to look for a bin to put the stick in. That it what I call good parenting - if only all were the same. We found a restaurant with a set menu for 12 euros, starter, main and drink. Wasn't the best place I have ever eaten - fancied some fish, they had Swordfish and Sole. Decided to order Swordfish but actually got Sole - no matter, I like Sole, so didn't make an issue of it. Complaining in restaurants isn't something I do, as you never know what the repercussions might be. And if you want to know what I mean by that, all I can say is that there is a certain steak house here which we will never visit again after what I witnessed the chef performing upon himself in the toilets on our last visit here four years ago. A pity as the steaks there were very nice. Best without sauce though, I think. Good job Michael Winner, rip, never visited.
I have in recent years, found the perfect mosquito repellant. It's free and I haven't been bitten on holiday since 2005. What is this,I hear you ask? Well, it's my wife. You see, the little blighters absolutely love her. Let's put it this way. Imagine you are me in mosquito form. You fly in through the window and you are faced with two platters. The first is a tray of salad, vegetables, and various other healthy items. The second contains a fine selection of cooked meats, cheeses, a few bags of crisps, maybe a pork pie or two. Well basically I'm the salad and Claire's the decent stuff. The mozzies head for her and don't touch me. They know where the tastiest bits are too - straight for the breast. I suppose it is partly my fault for leaving the window open last night, not just because of the heat though, but Claire would never forgive me if I told you the real reason. You'll work it out though, clever readers.
Quite late in getting my blog to pen and paper tonight as been having a good old chat with the lady next door. There is only a low patio between apartments so good for socialising. Her daughter, Vanessa was out with our neighbours on the other side, that's how good the community spirit is on our little row. Looking forward to even more fun in the sun tomorrow as the temperature is set to soar even further.
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