Xmas celebrating in earnest

Great day yesterday. Got a few things sorted in the morning and then I took Jack to a trial for what we thought was Carterton but was actually the GPS JPL side. He impressed, I was really pleased with, and for, him. He did shine out and was noticed by their main coach so they’re keen to get him on board with is really pleasing for all of us. He did look off the pace though because he’s not been training with any sort of intensity but he will soon get match sharp again. Hopefully today at Woodstock he’ll get a full run out – we shall see.

It completely over-ran so we got home as quick as we could and then me, Jack, Tash and Nathan went down to Eastleigh to meet with Wendy and all the families. I drove a bit fast and we experienced a bit of road-rage from a chap in front of us who thought I was going to undercut him – all very sill and dangerous, I wasn’t, he was being a first class prick! Anyway, got to the Beefeater in the end and it was a lovely meal. Graham was working so wasn’t there but he made a surprise 10 mins visit that was lovely, but there was Mark, Danni and Herbie and then also Mark, Svetlina and the kids, there was also Simon from Tasha’s work who was there. We all got on well and it was really lovely just to sit and catch up. Was there a couple of hours and then made a move home – they’re all staying at Wendy’s so that will be great for her – she’ll love that!

Drove home – without incident this time, sat at home for a few minutes and then me, Mum and Lewis went round to the White Hart where they had carols and that was a great evening. Some good singing, not by me of course and it was so busy. We stayed round by the fire and were with Nicky and Matt Henderson and we had a good laugh. Drank far more than we should have done but it was hard no to! Not too sure what time we left, it was quite late, I then had a couple more beers at home but fell asleep on the sofa, as did Lewis. We tried to watch Peaky Blinders but I can’t remember any of it so will need to start again!

So, a really good day…first of many this Xmas I hope!