Öland (Sweden)
Had a lovely drive down the east coast towards Kalmar, sunshine all the way. Went to have a look at the Kosta Boda glassworks but we were struck by the off season bug...shop shut, sorry mum, no Swedish crystal for your birthday! Headed back to the coast and ended up on the island of Öland. Covered in cute wooden windmills, about 350 of them, apparently there used to be around 2000. Each of the farms had there own to grind their own flour, and they needed to be moved by hand to catch the wind. Our campsite is great. Right on the beach with sauna, wood fired hot tub and swimming pool. Moving on soon, further south towards Copenhagen. Will keep you posted as I can. Happy Birthday Mum on the 25th and Rory on the 28th!
I have been trying unsuccesfully to leave a message for you and the boys, big and small. New laptop and now finally sort of functioning, unfortunately my Aberdeen IT advisor has gone off to Europe without even a bye your leave. So a rather mature Laptop user is somewhat floundering. A much younger advisor has come into the picture, his name is Rory and thanks to him and a dongle, I continue to be educated in the latest means of communication. Unfortnately Blogspot has me snookered again, can't quite figure it out, but will keep on trying.. Luv u all lots, may the angels be with you, and me to get this message posted. mum xxxxxxx
ReplyDeleteLovely to speak to Lesley to-day and be wished a Happy Birthday from everyone albeit in the background but warmly felt good wishes. Sounds like a wonderful time is being had by all, no evidence of sadness in their voices at all I am pleased to say. Definately sounds like a huge and thoroughly enjoyable adventure. Thank you for your good wishes and lots of love to you and the boys, all of them, big and small. Luv always, a one year older Mum. xxxxx. Going to Caroline's tomorrow for dinner, have to make an apple tart for sweet. Best wishes and safe journey. May the angels be with you.
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