Just got back and on line at Fortunatos after a WONDERFUL weekend, I thought for the last coupla years I was becoming sensible and getting to bed early-ish (possibly due to the World shortage of Midnight Oil)but this year its been 2.30 am, 3.40am and some indeterminate time close to 4 am (the vagueness about the time is due to Port, Champagne and other celebratory drinking)and I am Knackered. I have had a wonderful Getaway with Hugs and Friends and INCREDIBLE singing and just floating in a sea ofconnected Friendship that transcends National and World boundaries. So many moments to recall and remember!! one of the best (to whet the appetite of those who werent there) at about 1.30 this morning Elizabeth LaPrelle singing the Parting Glass in the most electrifying way to a small privelaged group in the Retreat centre,
On a different plane Singing, with John roberts and an assortment of others "What a Mouth what a mouth, what a Norf and sarf",
performing in the Mummers play with "this years cast" that included Hnnah (the Turkish Knight) being revived by the hip flask of the Doctor(John Roberts)
the kibitsing from the "audience" especially during Charlies announcements , in the concert.
Bob and the others in Songwriters showcase and the revelations of the very different ways that we all wrote songs,
all this and so much more.
My Personal Thanks again to the FSGW for hosting and making me welcome at this event and the Friends (whether Mudcat or not) that make it feel like coming Home.
Thank you
Micca