Tenth week

Dot came to join us when her friend went home, so she 'made' us have a cocktail.

'Pina colada' – 'Andrew' and 'Cubre Libre' – they were all delicious. My Andrew one was made with  Blue Curacao, Cointreau and Strawberry vodka. This evening Dot went out to dine with some more friends, Phil and I went to Brouklis, we had Moussaka and Chicken Souvlaki. Dimitri sat with us and we had a good long chat. We ended up having nightcaps with Dot and her friends. Another perfect day in paradise.

Friday 5th June 2015

Today we went to Ipsos to visit our friends Loretta and Terry. You may remember that we met them at the Bari ferry terminal last year as we were both travelling to Corfu. They were coming out to find a place to live and buy a boat. Well they have now done both, they are so happy living their dream.

This is their boat – between the red one and the dinghy.

They are busy doing up their apartment, it was just a shell when they moved in. Terry has fitted a beautiful bathroom, created two lovely bedrooms, a good size sitting room and his flat pack kitchen was delivered while we were there. Still lots of work to do, but they have all the time in the world.

Saturday 6th June 2015

Today Dot and I went to San Stephanos to collect some items from Hippopots. This evening we went to Thalassa for our meal. It was as delicious as ever. Also another superb sunset.

Sunday 9th June 2015

Today is my youngest granddaughter Emily's 10th birthday. From what I have seen on Facebook she seems to have had a good time, With 3 birthday cakes.

We went to Portofino for an English breakfast. Then Poppy had a swim at the beach.

This evening Phil wanted to stay in and watch the Grand Prix. Dot and I went to the Rainbow for our meal so we could have a good chat and give Phil some peace and quiet. We had a good chat to Jimmy, he is such a laugh. Another win for Hamilton! He is doing well this year.

Monday 8th June 2015

We had a brilliant day today, we drove to Paleokastritsa. It is the first time we have been for about 20 years. There are lots more hotels and villas scattered about than there was then. The sea is still a beautiful blue though. We went for lunch to the  Zefiros Hotel overlooking the beach. Dot knows the English lady (from Whitley Bay) who runs it with her Greek husband.

View from Hotel while having lunch.

Then we walked to Ambelaki beach, as it is a bit quieter, for Poppy to have a swim.

Poppy swimming video.

When we left we must have missed a turning somewhere as we ended up too far south going past Aqualand. It was pouring down with rain for about 10 minutes.  All good fun though and a lovely day out.

Tuesday 9th June 2015

Dot and I went into Sidari to get a card and present for Spiros at Portofino as it is his birthday on Thursday. We had a good old mooch around, I bought a couple of presents for Archie too. Then we had lunch, and called at the English shop for some sausages on the way back. Tonight Dot went out to a quiz in Sidari, so Phil and I walked down to Armourada for our dinner.

Rain

It started to thunder and lighten as soon as we sat down, good timing, then the heavens opened. It poured down for about 10 minutes.

Wednesday 10th June 2015

Quiz at Sharon's today we teamed up with Dot, Ann and John. We didn't win, but were not last. It was about 30c even in the shade it was hot, no breeze from the sea.  Tonight we were invited to Sea Monkeys for a BBQ and Quiz night. It was a good evening, food was delicious and the quiz was great fun. We arranged to stay over in the Campervan so we could both have a drink.Poppy had a great time, she has a new boyfriend, they just love each other and were chasing all night. It was difficult to photograph them as they were so busy.

Another very busy week – Only 2 and a bit weeks in Arillas left now.

Larissa and Archie 7 weeks old.