The instructions were – bring a bottle, something for the Barbie, and a smile. Being well trained caravanners, we went one step further and took our folding chairs along too.
The happy hosts
People arrived, glasses were filled, nibbles were passed around, and everyone was sitting chatting, and enjoying the late afternoon sunshine. “It’s my party, so I’m not cooking on the BBQ”, Dennis declared. So two of his former work colleagues rose to the challenge and spent an absolute age cooking up scores of sausages, chicken skewers, patties and steak. The two ladies did a marvelous job, and the cooked meat was taken away to keep warm in the oven.
The cooks hard at work
They had a neat trick to clean the Barbie when they had finished cooking – one that we didn’t know about. Cut a couple of lemons in half, and drizzle the juice over the hot plate. Then use the cut side of the lemons to wipe it all down. Easy peasy, and seemed to work a treat. Then we were called in for dinner, and what a wonderful assortment. Everyone had brought along salads (or desserts) for the meal, and there was plenty for everyone.
A wonderful assortment of food
Dennis had to be persuaded to cut the cake, and when he finally came back inside to do the deed, he made a short speech, waggling that sharp knife in front of him like a man possessed.
The Retirement cake
Thanks Dennis, we had a great time wishing you well for your retirement. Best wishes from the Heretaunga Caravan Club for many happy trips away in your van.
Happy HCC members
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