Bit of a do

Armley Liberal Club, Leeds.

That is where darling father and darling brother had a sort of joint birthday party - they are a month apart but it is convenient. The hall and food cost less than a restaurant meal. All I can say is that the food was awesome, the place was CLEAN and we all had a lovely time this afternoon. I completely recommend the place. The staff are lovely too.

Little bear was the only child there and spoiled rotten. I had told one of the guests about how much he gets, but was not totally believed. Then they watched as little bear collected gift after goodie after treat, including going for a walk with OH's sister and coming back laden. Darling uncle was there and so little bear was significantly indulged. But little bear was also incredibly well behaved, so I was tolerant of the gifts and very proud of little bear.

After a while little bear came up to me and said that he was tired and he wanted to go home. He said it quietly and nicely, and I can't think of a better way for a child to communicate their needs. There was no shouting or misbehaving. Actually I asked SIL to look after little bear at her house, and she was happy to agree. She is so good with little bear, and it was only going to be for around half an hour (she actually kept him for at least an hour over, but that is another story).