English BBQs

Sat 10 Jun

We stayed at Ken's last night and all our gear was at Rachel's, so we had to walk to Rachel's before the 2pm kick-off between England and Paraguay. We got to Rachel's but she wasn't at home so we walked back and headed to the Oak Tree for Andy's proper 30th party in our scummy last night's clothes. By we I mean Clare and I; my partner in all crime.

The previous night had left the team in a bit of a state, but the first beer solved all that ailed and we were in party mood especially after a 4th minute goal to England. This was about the only highlight in what was a pretty boring 1-0 victory to England.

We got hold of Rachel, picked up our bags, readied ourselves and cruised from Ken's to the party next door at Cahy and Andy's. We arrived just in time for me to man the BBQs (I was the most experienced you see, being Kiwi and all). These 'BBQs' were merely foil tubs with charcoal in them, covered by a metal tray. Seven of them! About 2 quids worth from Tescos. Despite the lack of BBQing equipment a successful feast was had.

More beers, and the guitar was out again (no Weasel though) and the singing and dancing went well into the morning. Oh, we saw Rooney the friendly fox again on the walk home. He loves me.