Bluebell railway

Packed up and got away at 10 a.m. It really has been a success! Arrived at Bluebell railway in good time for the 12 noon train. Ciarán was alarmed by the steam noise from the engine but eventually got on the train and covered his ears. He was very happy chatting to 2 boys in our compartment. The Punch and Judy was full so we went to look at the carriage works and got the next train back and visited the shop which he finds confusing. He ended up with a Cranky crane book and we got him a tunnel for his track and some Peter railway books. Lemon curd for us and chutney for Lou and Tom. Liz bought a London 2012 bus. Drove to Acton and arrived around 4 ish. 180 miles all round. He was delighted to see Mummy and Daddy and loved his new bed. Lou has got lovely toy storage in the dining room and his room looks great. Liz stayed and I went to the Prom - plenty of seats in gallery. Peter Grimes conducted by Edward Gardner and semi staged. I got sandwiches which were nice but overpriced! Charles got given 2 front row seats for the balcony so sat there for second and third acts with my score and it was great. The whole cast and chorus were excellent especially Stuart Skelton and Felicity Palmer. Liz picked me up at West Norwood - it was raining. We had amazing weather all week.
Being a Grandad is so special. I love Liz and the children so much but for him there is a special feeling of tenderness especially when he is lying in bed and chatting quietly about the day. Don't sing so loud Grandad! Fascinated by electric razor and beards! Come and play track - yes please Grandad. Who knows what he will grow up to be but he is clearly very intelligent and doesn't miss much - a scientist? a musician? a footballer? One useful secret is to tickle him when he is being mischievous!