Mark that was a GREAT poem, I think your best so far. Since I did not turn up to play cards this afternoon you were all treated as it gave Mark time to create this poetic masterpiece.

We visited Le Pettie Le Ferme winery today and had the wonderful winery owner John, treat us to his version of a cellar tour that is so different to any other wine tour. We tasted wine right out of the barrel. Followed by a lovely lunch with a view and I had fresh mountain trout. I ate mine and half of Cheron's I love friends that share!

We all chilled out and sat in lounge chairs at pools edge and gazed at the beautiful mountain scenery. Ken Simpson asked if I wanted afternoon tea. I said kiddingly "only if I get fresh scones, with jam and cream" Off disappeared Ken to come back a few minutes later to tell me he "had a word with the chef". The chef was whipping up a fresh batch of scones especially for us and they would be ready with english breakfast tea in 15 minutes. They were REALLY good, I did my usual piggie imitiation and had three totally smothered in jam and whipped cream and that yummy cream appeared to have fresh vanilla added. HEAVEN - great company, scones, tea served in fine bone china cups, gorgeous scenery and a perfect temperature.

Now we are all eating here at La Residence for the last night I think a tradition started by Ralph. That man knows a good thing when he sees it and has some very bright ideas. It will be another stuning four course dinner with great wines, roll me out of here in a barrel.

Anne you get the most out of everything and so happy the waterhole has been providing you with entertaiment as you rested your shoulder. Chitwa Chitwa has a HUGE lake that should have some activity for you as well if you decide to take some game drives when we are there. We are all looking forward to seeing you on the morning of the 8th.