Day 40 Vesuvios

Today we had another relatively quiet one.

We went to buy a new suitcase at TKMAXX in Llanelli and also framed codys Masterpiece.

 The masterpiece

We went to see my fathers sister Auntie Nita but she was not in.

Once the boys were fed we went out to a restaurant with Dean, Sue and Family it was an italian called Vesuvios and is opposite the Liberty stadium in Swansea.

The boys were excellent for Mamgu

Home late!!!

Day 39 Funsters

Tuesday today I took my mum to Morriston Hospital where she had an appointment at  a physiotherapy clinic. She is now in the system and will be going for physiotherapy to help assist her in her recovery.

We went to Noakes bakery afterwards for a coffee.

The boys needed some energy release so I took hem to funsters indoor play area, I thought that it would be a bit young for them but alas we chased each other for 2 hours around the play area.

Believe it or not it snowed!!!!

Anna cooked a beautiful side of salmon with all the trimmings which was awesome.

I must start taking some photos.

Day 38 Rain stopped play.

It Rained and Rained and Rained the boys had cabin fever that they could not go outside.

They did some writing and some reading.

I went to the bank

We generally had another chill out day.

We spoke to Hazie from scotland.

Cody watched 5 minutes of corrie norrie and was amazed to see the Rovers Return where we went with Dave and Linda and he also recognised the street which was cool.

The boys are hard work as they are confined to baracks.

Hope tomorrow is better.

Day 37 Winter Weather

We rose this morning and were decidedly slow after our skiing exploits. Though I was surprised that 6 days of back to back boarding left me somewhat ok.

We went to Tescos to replenish our supplies at 108 Glynhir Road.

Then when we were away we were informed that Bill Sues dad(we went to xmas day with them) had peacefully passed away in his sleep. So we went to visit them to sympathise with them, we watched their wedding video of which I got upp to say a few words.

I then cooked Duck for dinner.

Early night!!

Day 36 Heading back to wales.

It was somewhat confusing that we paid a decent sum for our accommodation but had to clean but this is what you have to do I suppose.

We were however totally happy with the appartment and its situation in the town. The pool and spa were excellent and well utilised.

 The Gondola in the backgroun

 Luke and Anna

The Joneses on our private deck.

We left checked out and went to Morillion on the free bus. Morillion was however a non event, so we got the same bus with the same driver half an hour later. It was a quaint little village with some great buildings.

 The team in Morillion

 The boullangerie in Samoens we had morning tea here. Fabulous.

We also made the mistake of going to this fantastic toy shop. The boys had money left from Kathy, Sean and Rileys Christmas present. The boys bought shields, a crossbow, a cool sword in a leather holster and a medieval helmet.

Ready for battle.

We hung around the hotel and played monopoly deal and then went for dinner before the transfer to Geneva was due at 5.20.

We had a great flight on time etc.  Picked up the rental car a Vauxhall Zafira.

We got back to the bont at 12.30.

Night night

Day 35 Last full day

Poor Luke is sick in bed today so he will not be skiing today. Cody and Luke's groups were heading over to Flaine as was I. I saw Cody and his group at the bottom of the 8 seater chair having a break.

Heading off

Break time

Reggie Cody's instructor

Arnaud Luke's instructor

Cody's group

getting his skiing wings.

We got home at 1 pm and went for a swim and sauna which was nice and relaxing.

I dismantled the boards I must say thank you Arbor I have been in my ELEMENT

We had a table booked for 6.30 at the restaurant we went to on Tuesday night. La Tornalta.

This time we had beautiful Raclette mixed meats cheese potatoes 

Yum

great pose anna

the Raclette thingy.

Samoens had some excellent Xmas displays.

Then we returned home and the boys watched a movie and Anna and I played monopoly deal.

Day 34 Cody's Turn

Today there was much indecision as Luke had had a bad cough( the seal type) all night and Anna and I decided that it was bestnhemgave it a miss today. Ha ha no chance of that as Luke said there is no way I am missing a lesson so we all got ready and went up the hill I was going to have the morning off with Luke so that worked well.

I decided to head to La Carroz not a huge amount going on there to be honest but a good chance to have a look.

I think that the Europeans have a negative attitude towards snowboarders they won't get on the same lift as you or the same gondola ho hum it is Luxurious getting on an 8 seater chairlift on your own.

I met the team for lunch and took Cody on a 1 on 1 we headed to Flaine as Luke had gone yesterday he loved the new slopes and we had a good time on the chair chatting and being philosophical. He did really well today too well done Cody.

Views to Vernant above and below.

Cody on the slopes.

Anna and Luke came to meet us off the gondola and we went for a drink at the local patisserie, the bargain does cool cocktails.

After a swim for Luke, Anna and I and a relax beforehand we went to the restaurant next door.

Here we are enjoying some delights the French know food!!!!duh.

Annas Fish.

Outstanding Lamb shank

Luke not well but still manages to wind Cody up.

All in bed tucked up ready for our next and last full day.

Adios