Managed to turn 31 without having a major wobbly today, due in no little part to barely leaving the house. Did get a bit distressed yesterday since I discovered upon attempted check-in that I had booked my father into the wrong branch of the hotel,necessitating a 2-junction trip and slingshot return taking 18 minutes on the M27 instead of the 3 minute stroll back home. And this was AFTER waiting an hour in the queue to get into the tethered hot air balloon in Bournemouth, rather exceeding the quoted wait time of 25 minutes. It should have been a good indicator- only 10 people were being allowed up per 'flight' due to the wind. I thoroughly enjoyed my previous trip, wandering around and taking pics. Photos for this time? I don't think so. Held on for dear life while it swayed from side to side. And my father doesn't really do heights at the best of times. Dear, sweet terra firma, I shall not leave you again.
Got fab presents from my family today as well as lots of calls and texts which made me happy. Dearly Beloved got me little treats to make up for the fact that a major portion of my gift has yet to be delivered. I'm particularly delighted with my light-up, colour changing umbrella and some serious chocolate. Supplies of my favourite garlic and herb seasoning and vanilla lipbalm from home have made me look forward to my trip in September.
Shopping tomorrow to choose a present from my father- nothing quite like a high-pressure purchase following a detailed list of suggestions *sigh*
It's not like my Amazon wishlist is a secret or anything...
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