Me: Wasn’t it lovely to see Nigel again?
Nell: Yes, spending time with us helps him cope with the loss of his brother Boo.
Me: I agree. He certainly loved the Dog and Dash activity field.
Nell: He did.
Me: It was such a beautiful sunny day and so lovely to see you all running around.
Nell: Nigel might be regretting all the running now.
Me: He enjoyed himself and he can take it easy today.
Nell: Talking of taking it easy, you are still coughing so you’re definitely going nowhere today and if this continues it’s a trip to the doctor.
Me: Don’t fuss.
Nell: There’s a lot of whooping cough around and I’m beginning to wonder if that’s what it is.
Me: If it isn’t better soon I’ll make a call.
Nell: Good. Now, what do you feel about cauliflower and broccoli cheese with the roast beef?
Me: Sounds yummy.
Nell: I thought so too. There will be roast potatoes, parsnips and carrots as usual and Herr Hoffmann is also serving red cabbage.
Me: I love red cabbage.
Nell: Frau Hoffmann is going to try her paw at Yorkshire puddings with David as her guide.
Me: Dave?
Nell: He has Poppy’s recipe book.
Me: I know, but mistakes might be made.
Nell: That’s why they’re making two batches.
Me: Will there be afters?
Nell: Afters?
Me: Dessert.
Nell: Well, say dessert then. Afters indeed.
Me: Is there one?
Nell: Of course. Rhubarb crumble with fresh cream from the farm.
Me: I can’t wait.
Nell: You most certainly can. There’s Sunday Songs in the field first and you’re handing out the song sheets with the llamas.
Me: Am I?
Nell: Do hurry up. The Welsh Corgi Choir are about to begin and the llamas need supervising.
Me: Yes. Sorry.
