A most civilised pride

This years Manchester has got to be the most civilised yet. In previous years we stayed in halls of residence, lived from van food and a few hours sleep a night. This year, we stayed in a 4* hotel, had wonderful food in restaurants with seats that sold more than hot dogs and burgers, and apart from Ali tipping a whole pint in her lap, it pretty much went without problem! I love Manchester Pride, and there is nothing like that feeling when you make the first step in the parade, twirlling our umbrellas and the noise from the crowd is amazing. Can't wait till next year!

Tennis anyone?

On an overnight stay at a spa, Ali and I discovered that neither of us can play tennis, and that it's great exercise becuase we spent most of the time picking the balls up off the floor. We weren't really dressed for the part in my lemon cotton skirt and flip flops, but hey we tried. We even tried to play golf! However, after 2 trips up a vertical incline to no avail, I wasn't amused so I am yet to try golf. However, the pedicure and massage made it all worth it :)