Tired, but satisfied

Another glorious day of super September Summer sunshine. We laid on a free afternoon barbecue onsite (my idea, thank you…) and we had a total of about 40 turn up. Not a huge percentage of those currently staying with us, but a nice turn out for an unplanned event and the ones who were there seemed to appreciate it and have a good time. We even provided music by having a local bod with an acoustic guitar throwing out a few tunes. I was going to go up to him at one point and say, “You look lonely. I know how to play the drums, y’know?” but I decided to leave him to it and carry on with my wine-pouring duties.
Gavin wasn’t there but sent me a text to say he had heard good things from other staff and was delighted with the outcome. I have to say, it was very easy to persuade him to spend a few quid for nothing more than a bit of goodwill and some repeat bookings. In my previous job, you couldn’t get them to go over-budget for a stamp, unless you could show them irrefutable evidence that it would lead to increased profits.
Anyway, all in all a good day. I am pleased with myself for bringing an idea to fruition, and for the fact that our freezer is now stuffed full of leftover burgers.

RC 18-9-21