We're off again!

We're off again, - out of town,

Weather's good, the sun shines down.

Check who's here, for some can't come,

Other activities share their fun.

A "sporty pair" we cannot bring,

Their season now is in full swing.

Cricket? Tennis? You may ask,

No!  A roll on the green across the grass.

Jobs at home and holiday too,

So you see ....we miss a few.

That leaves five of us today,

In the car and on our way.

To Arkholme  then and we've been told

A thankful village we'll behold.

Boots are on, the route's quite clear,

A steady speed ... well in first gear!

Through the fields and up the hill,

Then coffee time to have our fill.

Interesting things we often find,

The path's been moved ... but never mind.

The sun shines on throughout the day,

"Its boiling hot!" a voice did say.

Sunglasses and the hats are out,

We're thirsty too, there is no doubt. 

A thankful day in a thankful place,

A few miles walked and back at base.

You'll miss these days if you're in France

With glasses of wine and perhaps a dance!

(Martin)