I caught up on some washing, and we enjoyed a relaxing morning just chilling out at home. Grant headed off for a walk into the town centre, Jack and Lexie headed off to school, and Gary to work, not that he would achieve much, as the rain looked like it had settled in for the day. Katie had planned a day off to spend with us.
We had an early lunch and then Katie took Grant and I into Cannock to pick up the same, yet different "big girl" (Ford Galaxy), so we had some wheels for the next couple of days. Once we had the keys, we popped into the co-op at Penkridge to pick up a few groceries for tea.
Upon getting home, everyone was ready to hit the road. Katie, Grant, I and the four kids jumped into the "big girl" and headed to David Austin Roses, Katies workplace, for a look around the gardens. What a beautiful place to visit, the gardens are absolutely stunning, and I only wish we were here for another two weeks to see the roses in full bloom. I have insisted that Katie take a photo when they are, so she can send to us, because it will be a beautiful sight.
The David Austin Roses gift store, is so lovely, filled with the amost amazing smell and beautiful gift wares. We had a lot of fun making several purchases!! From here we went in to the tea rooms for tea, coffee, cake and scones, which was absolutely delicious! In fact my latte is now the best I have tasted throughout our trip!! So it was thoroughly enjoyed!
We drove from here to the Cosford Air Museum. It is an awesome display, of different types of planes and jets from all eras, and many of them, that were on display, had played a part in the world wars. There were also tankers, cars and motorbikes. The history and information that was shown, was brilliant. There is a flight simulator also, which Kyle could not wait to try, but unfortunately it was closed. All of this is free entry too, as the whole museum is lottery funded, which is awesome! Several massive hangers full of airplanes, every boys dream!! Whilst wandering around, it was very quiet, so we almost felt like we had the place to ourselves. However, Nathan dared Katie to get up into the back of one of the open airplanes,totally not allowed, and no sooner had she done it, an employee wandered around the corner! The lady just looked at Katie and said, 'that was bad timing!' It was really funny!!
It was time to head home to Penkridge, it had been a big week! By the time we arrived home, Jack & Lexi were home from school, so Kyle, Jack & Lexie went for a bike ride. Grant cooked tea, chicken risotto, which was delicious, and Sarah came over for a few bevvies, so we all had the chance to catch up! It was a very enjoyable evening, lots of laughs, and the next time us three girls (Katie, Sarah and I) will be together drinking champagne, will be June next year, for the wedding!!
Sarah's Dad came and picked her up, so Grant and I were able to meet Doug. What a lovely bloke, Sarah, we will enjoy meeting your mum next year!
Time for bed, as we have another busy day planned for tomorrow!
Highlights
* David Austin Roses - so lovely to see where Katie works, and the gift shop was amazing, not to mention the delicious coffee, and we got staff discount!! BARGAIN!!
* Once again I safely drove everyone around for the day, it made all the difference having an excellent navigator in Katie, rather than 'Gertie'!!
Lots of Love,
Chrissie xx
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