Visitors!

"I want to see Granny and Grandpa" said Jemima this morning. So do we, Jemima - Mummy and Daddy are looking forward to a break. Living in very close quarters with a toddler, full-time - even one as generally delightful as Jemima - is definitely full-on. Still, we had a good morning: Kevin went for a bike ride to scope the lay of the land, while Jemima and I danced to a Tumble Tots CD, with lummy sticks and beanbags - something I've wanted to do all trip, but have needed the right weather (and the time and patience) to get round to.

Then it was as lovely to see Granny and Grandpa as we had all thought: wonderful to see these loved ones; and fun to see such familiar faces in our new context - Jemima was disbelieving, then joyful. And Kevin and I thoroughly enjoyed a peaceful afternoon (it's amazing how much you can love your child after you haven't seen them for 2 hours). 

Then off to Arenal beach, and the promenade lined with restaurants. We were lucky, and dinner was good - and right opposite the play park, to where Granny and Jemima periodically disappeared. After all the excitement (and an earlier refusal to nap), Jemima was asleep before I'd finished brushing her teeth. With the prospect of a few days on part-time duty, I feel equally shattered and will follow her very shortly. Hurrah for grandparents.

Playing outside after lunch:

The visitors:

Tea, book, peace: