The first 3 months of the year started reasonably quietly. Brian managed a week away snowboarding with some friends, something the kids weren't particularly impressed about as they were desperate to go again, so Lucy spent the next month taking every opportunity to make sure he paid for it ("Don't offer Dad the last slice of bacon...he went snowboarding!")
We had a nice trip to Bristol to see Fee's family in February, followed by the kids' annual theatre show in March. After Adam's great performance as the Artful dodger last year, this year was Lucy's chance to shine and she had us all in stitches playing the part of Ryan in High School Musical.
In April we spent a fantastic week in Amsterdam, visiting Anne Frank's house, climbing the A'dam tower (which provided good photo opportunities for Adam!) and fulfilling one of Fee's lifetime dreams - seeing the tulips in bloom at the Keukenhof Gardens. They were absolutely
breathtaking and choosing just
one photo for this blog
was really tricky!
In May and June we had a few family days out, firstly to London to see Brian run the London 10k again. This was followed by a fabulous viewing of Wallace and Gromit at the Barbican, accompanied by a live orchestra which was conducted by Adam's friend's dad.
We also spent a wet afternoon at Wicksteed Park, watching a Soapbox race, which was good fun, and spent another rainy day watching the Canoe Slalom World Cup at the Olympic slalom course.
Luckily, the weather warmed up a bit for our annual trip to Hunstanton with lots of our Biggleswade friends, and it stayed warm and dry for our canoe trip on the River Ouse.
Sadly, at the end of June, Brian's dad, Joe, passed away. We were all very sad to lose him but he had been getting quite frail and, at the grand age of 92, he had certainly had a good innings.
His funeral was attended by lots of family and friends, and we all remembered the happy times we had spent with him.
July was busy as usual with Adam starring as Omar
(Aladdin's best friend) in his school production of Aladdin, and the year 9 Awards evening for Lucy.
This summer, Adam's Scout troop had organised for their summer camp to be spent at a watersports centre in the South of France, so Adam spent an amazing week, sailing, paddle boarding and lots more. Whilst he was away, Lucy and Fee decided to book a 2 night break to Salzburg. Brian wasn't allowed to come ("You went snowboarding, Dad!") so he stayed at home to look after the cat! Salzburg was fantastic and the highlight was the Sound of Music Tour, taking in all the famous film locations, seeing beautiful mountain scenery, and joining in with cheesy singalongs on the coach!
With Fee, Lucy and Adam feeling a bit guilty that we had all been away and left Brian at home, and Lucy finally forgiving him for going snowboarding without us, we decided to have a family holiday in Corfu. We spent a lovely, relaxing week in a great apartment, soaking up the sun on the beach, enjoying the waterslides and relaxing by the pool.
September came round all too quickly and we were all back to school and work. However, a week later we had the annual Interclub Canoe Slalom championships. This year, Lucy entered for the first time. She was very happy to make it down the course without capsizing, and even made it through all the gates! Adam did a great job of cheering us all on and has been inspired to give it a go next year.
October and November were busy with work and Lucy's school production of Sister Act, which was very entertaining. We also visited several local schools with Adam as he will be moving up to Upper School next September. Fee's brother and family came to stay for a weekend and we spent a great day in London, walking across the glass floor on Tower Bridge and climbing the Monument.
In other news, Brian is now a fully qualified Search and Rescue Technician with Mid Shires Search and Rescue and has recently been out on several active searches. He's thoroughly enjoying it and it's certainly keeping him fit. Fee is still playing canoe polo and doing pilates, as well as being secretary for the canoe club, which keeps her very busy in between work. Lucy has started coaching at her old gymnastics club and is working towards her Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award. Adam is still loving his electric guitar playing and has just taken his grade 2 exam. He's also got really into his badminton this year and plays with the local club once a week.
We hope you all have a lovely Christmas, wherever you are, and hope to catch up with some more of you in 2020.
Lots of love from
The McCuskers. xxx
In April we spent a fantastic week in Amsterdam, visiting Anne Frank's house, climbing the A'dam tower (which provided good photo opportunities for Adam!) and fulfilling one of Fee's lifetime dreams - seeing the tulips in bloom at the Keukenhof Gardens. They were absolutely
breathtaking and choosing justone photo for this blog
was really tricky!
In May and June we had a few family days out, firstly to London to see Brian run the London 10k again. This was followed by a fabulous viewing of Wallace and Gromit at the Barbican, accompanied by a live orchestra which was conducted by Adam's friend's dad.
We also spent a wet afternoon at Wicksteed Park, watching a Soapbox race, which was good fun, and spent another rainy day watching the Canoe Slalom World Cup at the Olympic slalom course.
Luckily, the weather warmed up a bit for our annual trip to Hunstanton with lots of our Biggleswade friends, and it stayed warm and dry for our canoe trip on the River Ouse.
Sadly, at the end of June, Brian's dad, Joe, passed away. We were all very sad to lose him but he had been getting quite frail and, at the grand age of 92, he had certainly had a good innings.
His funeral was attended by lots of family and friends, and we all remembered the happy times we had spent with him.
July was busy as usual with Adam starring as Omar
(Aladdin's best friend) in his school production of Aladdin, and the year 9 Awards evening for Lucy.
This summer, Adam's Scout troop had organised for their summer camp to be spent at a watersports centre in the South of France, so Adam spent an amazing week, sailing, paddle boarding and lots more. Whilst he was away, Lucy and Fee decided to book a 2 night break to Salzburg. Brian wasn't allowed to come ("You went snowboarding, Dad!") so he stayed at home to look after the cat! Salzburg was fantastic and the highlight was the Sound of Music Tour, taking in all the famous film locations, seeing beautiful mountain scenery, and joining in with cheesy singalongs on the coach!
With Fee, Lucy and Adam feeling a bit guilty that we had all been away and left Brian at home, and Lucy finally forgiving him for going snowboarding without us, we decided to have a family holiday in Corfu. We spent a lovely, relaxing week in a great apartment, soaking up the sun on the beach, enjoying the waterslides and relaxing by the pool.
October and November were busy with work and Lucy's school production of Sister Act, which was very entertaining. We also visited several local schools with Adam as he will be moving up to Upper School next September. Fee's brother and family came to stay for a weekend and we spent a great day in London, walking across the glass floor on Tower Bridge and climbing the Monument.
In other news, Brian is now a fully qualified Search and Rescue Technician with Mid Shires Search and Rescue and has recently been out on several active searches. He's thoroughly enjoying it and it's certainly keeping him fit. Fee is still playing canoe polo and doing pilates, as well as being secretary for the canoe club, which keeps her very busy in between work. Lucy has started coaching at her old gymnastics club and is working towards her Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award. Adam is still loving his electric guitar playing and has just taken his grade 2 exam. He's also got really into his badminton this year and plays with the local club once a week.
We hope you all have a lovely Christmas, wherever you are, and hope to catch up with some more of you in 2020.
Lots of love from
The McCuskers. xxx
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