Seventy and Sassy: The In-Laws Birthday Extravaganza

A Milestone in the Making

Ah, the dreaded “Big 7-0.” It’s a momentous milestone where one begins to toe the line between senior discounts and late-night escapades. But fret not; this blog is all about celebrating in style! Today, we embarked on an adventure into the world of septuagenarians as we commemorated the 70th birthday of the fabulous Brenda and her husband (my father-in-law Ronnie). Brace yourselves; this adventure is about to get cheekier than a giggling gnome!

Hitting the Pub with the Shuttleworths

A jovial crowd descended upon one of our local pubs, where the infamous Brenda, who might I add, doesn’t look a day over 60, was ready to embark on her new decade with a bang! The Shuttleworth clan, also known as the squad of the century, gathered to mark this milestone. We had Ronnie, also the man of the hour and husband of Brenda, who might have spilled a secret or two after a pint; you’ll have to ask him. Also in attendance were Ronnie’s lovely sister Ellen and his equally entertaining brother George and his charming wife Doris. Not to forget the charming couple, Warren and Dawn (inc. Adam), who light up every room they enter.

The highlight of the day? Getting all three siblings in one room without World War III breaking out. It was nothing short of miraculous. Now, let’s talk about the feast that ensued. We dined like royalty, feasting on delectable delights that would have even made the Queen’s corgis drool. By the end of the meal, I swear I was as stuffed as a Christmas turkey. But don’t let your imagination run wild; I was the designated driver, so my belly was full with food, not beer!

Soup So Good, You’d Slap Your Grandma

Now, brace yourself for another culinary delight. The day didn’t end there. On the following day, we decided to catch up with family. My lovely mother had a surprise up her apron sleeve (yes, apron, not magician’s hat) with a hearty, homemade soup that had us all salivating. It was like a warm hug for our insides. So, kudos to Mum for yet another gastronomic masterpiece. We’re not sure how she does it, but we hope it’s a skill that’s genetic!

Bonding with Bond

Saturday night was for cozying up and watching a movie. We decided to make it a “007”-themed evening. Josh and I embarked on a daring mission to watch all the James Bond films back-to-back over a couple of months. From Sean Connery’s suave style to Daniel Craig’s rugged charm, it was a journey through the evolution of this iconic character. Admittedly, those early classics tugged at my heartstrings, but I have to confess, Daniel Craig’s portrayal in the last three films was the cherry on top of the Bond cake. Cue the iconic music and savor the moment!

Preparing for Takeoff

Speaking of iconic journeys, our young gun Lewis is preparing for a journey of his own. He’s gearing up for an aptitude test with the Royal Air Force. We witnessed his prowess as he tackled a sample test and scored an impressive 38 out of 46. Bravo, Lewis! The skies are yours for the taking.

From Bond to Business

As we segue from leisure to labor, the week ahead promises a business trip to Liverpool. Though we’d love to share more tales from this charming city, for now, we’re signing off with a shorter blog this week. Why, you ask? Well, dear readers, let’s just say we’ve had our fair share of adventures, and this writer is in dire need of a cozy nap.

So, until next time, stay cheeky and charming, just like the In-Laws.