Mossbank memories July 25th

July 25Th was a special day as it was J's 14Th birthday. It was great to be with the extended family on his special day.

The morning began with shrieks of laughter from the girl cousins as they had been plotting against their Uncle, and had a shaving cream fight with him! Not sure who came of worse but fun was had by all!

J was taken out for his favourite, a lime milkshake, and cake by Pappa P. The rest of us went for an amazing walk up behind my sisters home . Last year this area had been covered in trees that have since been felled. It was a crisp morning and it was wonderful to feel the warmth of the sun and see the snow on the distant Drakensberg mountain range.

I so enjoyed the time connecting with my mum whom I miss having close by....

That afternoon we all headed into town for another party. My sister had organised this hat party for family and friends who could not make the party on her birthday. The venue had a fantastic view of the Underberg. This is a popular paragliding spot and we could see them from the garden of the B&B.

The cousins were inseparable and made up for lost time by chatting and getting up to mischief!

The venue was cosy and warm and the tables were laden with scones, jam and cream, koeksisters, mini milktarts, savouries and the best chocolate cake I have had in a while!

It was a pleasure to see my Aunt and Uncle from Hilton and to meet more of my sisters friends. The afternoon was spent enjoying good company and excellent food. We stayed way into the night and the hostess was most hospitable!

Aunty D and Z with their hats.

I just had to capture this colourful stained glass door at the entrance to the venue.