Casa Roja

We are back at the airport this morning with his and hers sombreros and maracas, and la Isla bonita playing from our small speaker. 

Steak and Sparklers

After those beach sprints and topping up the tan all day, it was time for another dinner.

A lot of restaurants along the sea front in any holiday resort have people outside begging you to come in with a 'ThisIsWhatWeHaveTonightAndIWillTalkAsFastAsICanIn10Seconds' monologue, and some of them are really nice places to eat too.

A few years ago, Mum and Dad found this local spanish restaurant one evening when wandering towards the old port. There wasn't a a huge open front with tables showing, just a door with a name above it. 

They took the plunge and went in to see what it had to offer.

My 24th Birthday. Day 2.

You can always judge how good a night out was by the way you feel the next morning.

Your body is tired and achy, your head is thumping and your mouth is drier than a nuns lady garden. Then you start to piece together the night before, in my case whilst laid in bed with Lian, before wandering into the kitchen to grab a much needed glass of water.

Last night was a great celebration, and from about 6am onwards everyone made their way back to the now messy apartments. However, being on a workers body clock and excited that it was my birthday, I was wide awake at 8:30am and had to have everyone awake with me whilst I watched my favourite Disney film...



Whilst everyone surfaced and made their way to the sofas, we discovered a few 'items' that had made their way back south of the river with us. A chinese resturant menu and chopsticks, a cocktail mixer, and a girl named Jackie to name just a few. (Okay, we know Jackie, but she can count as one!) Then we found this...


Apparently no night would be complete without heading to a massage parlour in SoHo, and taking the sign with you when you leave!

With the big hoo-ha last night, and the fragile state I was in, it was time to pack up and run back to the countryside for some family time. Escaping from the smog and bright lights of the big city to relax in the countryside with a nice glass of cider is the perfect hangover cure. Hare of the dog and all that.

Travelling in style was mandatory for us all...







After a couple of hours of driving and singing along to a bit of Whitney and Britney, we were back in the land of fresh air with a cuppa in hand and the family, once again singing happy birthday with even more (homemade) cupcakes.

I swear I am going to turn into a cupcake!

My mum thought the balloons should reflect that we live in a farmhouse...

Lounging around in the living room in front of the fire, we devoured the cakes and told everyone about the night befores antics. Opening cards and presents, the afternoon was perfect for the two party animals with horrific hangovers.

Having a birthday meal is a must, and the best part of being back in the West Country was the fact that we could go to a village pub for dinner, and fill ourselves to the point of bursting. With the addition of Amy, we headed to The Fox and Hounds in Monkton Farleigh. This old, traditional pub was the perfect setting for a quiet birthday meal with family and friends, and the food was absolutely amazing!

I was tempted to go for the home made steak pie, but opted for the duck leg.

Definately the best choice.

Desert was the homemade apple crumble, which was a fat persons dream, a calorie counters nightmare. The food was amazing, and the pub is situated en route to Bath, so if you happen to be in the area then stop by for lunch or dinner! They are open till late, and the staff were really accomodating.

With a few glasses of wine and a couple of vodkas, the food disappeared amongst the conversations, and we made our tipsy way back down the country lanes to the house to carry on with more cake.

By this time, I was too full of alcohol and food to eat anymore, so we all relaxed in front of the fire once again.

Only for me to fall asleep until the next day...

Fathers Day

Ok, so Fathers Day is a few days away and if you are like me and haven't thought about it yet, then don't panick. There is still time to get it done!

First thing to do is to get yourself over to Moonpig.com or Funkypidgeon.com, and get a card sent! With prices from £2.99, you can have a card sent without having to move your legs!

I never really know what to buy my dad for fathers day. It can seem a little cheesy buying him a mug that claims he is 'Number 1 Dad.' So instead, I have found four different things that I could buy him instead. Each one links to the website, so you can get your dad this too!

The Graze Box

If you fancy hinting at your dad that he needs a health kick, then send him a Graze Box. This is a box of healthy snacks that is delivered by post to a chosen address (maybe his work?) on a weekend or daily basis. Ordering is simple. You choose a box type, then pick the days you’d like to receive them. Then all you have to do is sit back and wait to enjoy the food when it arrives, simple as that. Plus, you can send it ANYWHERE in the country!

At £3.79 a box (your first one is half price!), this is definately a present that is affordable and unique.  With over 100 different snacks, you can change it around and keep it interesting for him!

Nomad Shave Soap

Who doesn't need a shave sometimes? Especially the older man. This product is great for a traditional wet shave, and leaves the skin smooth! Its £14 for 100g, and is definately worth it!

Bungee Jump

He will probably be wishing you bought him that Number 1 Dad mug when he is about to do this, but bungee jumping 300ft would be entertaining for all the family! It's something different, fun, and reminds him that regardless of what you put him through, you still love him!

At £99.99 too, its a bargain for some entertainment!

He might be mad for a moment after, but I am surreee he will look back and see the fun side of it!

The iPhone Alarm Clock

This is for THE iPhone dads out there. An alarm clock that reminds him of his childhood (well, it looks old fashioned!) and you can make your iPhone be the facia for the clock. Its pretty cool, and costs £51 which isn't too much!

If you order now on any of these items, you will be able to get them delivered in time for Fathers Day. Do take note of their delivery times though, as some companies are cutting off delivery as early as THURSDAY! That's THURSDAY people! Make a note of that!

I think I might send mine off a ledge, 300ft high. Afterall, it would be a good laugh! :)