Escape........

The four of us, plus my sister and her family set off through Bushey Park after breakfast, heading for the RHS Hampton Court Flower Show.

At 10.30am, it was hot.
By noon it was even hotter (25+).....

There was only one thing to do, after wandering around, trying to avoid being run over by either mobility scooters, or wayward trolleys full of flowers....find some shade and drink some Pimm's.

So we did.


After a few rounds of drinks, we headed back towards the house, with all 9 of us about ready to keel over from the heat, so opted to jump on a bus. This would have been fine if buses down there took money. Only enough contactless cards for 5 of the adults, so Iain opted to be the one to walk (such a gentleman). Why can't you pay for more than one person on a card? Surely the payment is still coming off?

The rest of the day and evening was spent in the garden, eating, drinking and generally having a great time.

The last time I saw my sister was at our brother's wedding, almost 3 years ago. Prior to that, it was nearer 25 years. It wont be as long next time.

I also managed to find my friend, who had a stall at the Flower Show. Poor Anna, she was stuck in one of the large roasting hot and airless marquees - but she was as cheerful as ever. I bought myself one of her bags, which I'd been meaning to do for ages. You might want to too. You can find her work here.