Canine and culinary diversions

After the pleasures of the HUGE Nordhavn trip, things became a little more sedate for a while. Well, until our forecabin was invaded again by Anne who brought along Izzy the goddog for a long weekend. They soon settled in it seemed:

and before you ask, that dazed expression was present well in advance of any gin consumption.

Anne and the crew went off for (yet another) spa day whilst the captain walked, threw sticks for and generally entertained / was entertained by Izzy. Two very good lunches were enjoyed at the Pilot (mentioned in here before, well worth a visit for a great value lunch - see website) one with Steve the ex-waterbus man who had kept an eye on the boat whilst we were away canal cruising.

Izzy kind of enjoyed herself admiring everyone's food in the pub:

and a trip to Barrybados and the beach made her very happy but rather vocal:

So much so, that Anne was tempted to leave her in the clutches of a King Kong-alike:

As Anne departed, so did we, driving to Cornwall to see Norman, Julie and their new abode. Very nice it is too! A couple of West Country days were thoroughly enjoyed with plenty of attention for their Labradors:

and a surprise opportunity for puppy cuddles with the adorable Jackson - 9 weeks old and belonging to the proprietor of Relish, the rather good coffee shop in Wadebridge:

We were allowed to borrow him, amuse him and in Norman's case, have a little intimate relationship:

Julie then duly wound him up with some play and was, quite correctly then handed the over-excited pup to calm down:

Indie, our godpup (only she is now 3 years old) tried the "I am mega cute too" look:

Whilst in the area, we had the pleasure of attending the charity lunch at St Petrocs - a bistro with rooms operated by the vaguely famous Rick Stein. The charity lunches are wonderful value for such good food and all in a great cause too. Sometimes helping good causes is such hard work..... We are very glad that we did though.