Surprise! Daniel is 50

Daniel came down from the mountain in time for lunch and lo!
His friends and family were
assembled to celebrate his birthday.


He coped well with the shock. We had a smashing lunch, thanks to Alan from the Auberge Faby who did the couscous and the artisanal bakers who did the cake. The salad looked as if it might be carrying messages...... but if so I missed them. Phew, I'm nervous of lettuce after last night.

The piece de resistance though was when the kids got together
and did a slam - they did a tribute for Daniel that had us all
laughing and sniffing rather - Daniel was clearly very moved.


A charming and talented brood - he must have
been thrilled by their show.

So, heres to the next 50 years!!