We visited Vincent and Vilma last night for some fellowship (it was about a half an hour drive along dark paths and turns and curves, I was thoroughly car sick when we got home). They are very musically inclined, and have two guitars, two banjos, a mandolin, violin, electric guitar and piano. So we had a bit of a musical evening. I had a crash course on the mandolin, learning four chords which was enough to get away with. It was super fun!!
Aaron tried to catch a bee yesterday, and guess what happened. His thumb is still quite swollen and hard, but thankfully he is not allergic to them. Silly billy. He shrieked and wailed, and Caleb was quite worried too, but we reassured everyone that it was all right and no more playing with bees. We went to town and the docks yesterday. Town is sooooo busy though, with everyone and their dog visiting from Ascension and all over for Christmas, so you can barely walk, never mind find a parking spot. Will be glad when all the Christmas rush is over and everyone goes back home! Street planning was never done with so many cars in mind – more like donkey cart planning, so there are problems when so many people are out and about. We went swimming again yesterday afternoon, though the water was a bit chillier than previously because of the rain and drizzle we’ve been having. Today is clear again, and already quite warm (it’s only 09h06). While I was in my room just now getting dressed, two fairy terns landed on the windowsill outside our bedroom. It was amazing to see them so close up, with their dark eyes and dark beaks. The one looked like it may have been looking at its reflection in the window. I called the boys to have a look too and they were quite awed. Aaron scared them off though by moving the curtain, but I’m sure they’ll be back. Probably not good in light of bodily wastes.
The pile of presents by the fireplace is steadily growing. Lots of church people have bought for the boys, and some for us too. We’re pretty excited, really!
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