Tuesday 26 April

Last night, wrapped up against the sea breeze we resorted to Jack Daniels warmed Apple Punch. Well, this is a most welcome and rather marvellous invention and one that we shall be returning to. 

Its Rays birthday today - he seems to have accumulated quite a few in his time but this one is the first 'on the road. And its been splendid so far with presents and cards smuggled in (including a very complicated furtive exchange in Brighton that George Smiley would be proud of) and a very generous smattering of Facebook and text greetings. 

We also have a new web address so now alisonandray.co.uk  directs straight to our site thanks to Matt & Louise and the promise of a warm hotel bed when we need it thanks to James & Juliet. 

We've listened to the fabulous new Mavis Staples album thanks to the ever lovely Alison somehow secreting an LP aboard and then enjoyed a brisk walk in alternating sunshine and snow. Meeting up with friends tonight for a meal and then tomorrow young Mavis goes in for her first MOT. (The motor home that is, not the singer).