Let's not talk about the softball - ok, it was a mis-match (think Barcelona vs Man Utd); it was men against boys (with some women and children thrown in for good measure); for some of us it signified the first occasion we had broken into a trot since adolescence. But it was fun, and I am sure I am not the only one whose muscles are still reminding me how much fun it was. Ian, who ran tirelessly across the outfield again and again to retrieve a steady stream of home runs from the victors, deserves special praise.
The setting was perfect, and our hosts Andrew and Caroline welcomed this uncertain crowd into their home with warmth and clearly with much preparation. Our thanks go to them for making the afternoon happen.
Any good occasion is judged by the food on offer, and here we have Andy and Veronica to thank for giving up a Saturday morning to bring us a selection of Costco's finest - and then Andy (with notable help from Natasha and Anton) for taking the role of chef to heart; not only in preparing excellent food but in dressing up for the task as well. He has clearly grilled many a burger in his time, and has a second career up his sleeve should he ever need or wish to use it.
As the newest member of PP, it was great to meet the group, and their nearest and dearest, in a relaxed and pleasant environment, and learn that the people I have breakfast with at an ungodly hour every Tuesday are reasonably normal. I look forward to the next one, and in the meantime hope that Andrew is still enjoying left-over sausages and cake, and hasn't yet needed to venture to Sainsbury's to replenish his fridge.
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