Escapism

Today was one of Perth's wettest August days in many years.  It was also my day with Mel and I thought quick and fast how we could make the most of the day.  A little escapism was needed and the local movie cinema was the obvious choice.  The rain continued to pour down as we relaxed in our warm and comfortable movie seats.  We watched the, 'The Way Way Back,' starring Toni Collett, an Aussie treasure.  It was a feel-good movie about a young boy who emerges from his chrysalis into a confident young man and contributor in his working community.  It was loaded with family issues, most families have some. 
Mel is looking good, she has lost almost seven kgs and she is happy with life.  When Mel is happy so am I.
Merv went ten pin bowling with his carer while I was out with Mel.  They dodged the heavy showers and kept warm and safe.  Merv's love of ten pin bowling goes far back to his teenage years when a group of his mates would regularly visit Fairlanes Bowls in Perth.  It was a regular event, even I was asked when we were dating!  After we married there were many breaks in his bowling routine due to work commitments, children and their many demands, a lack of time generally and a lack of money. When the children were older Merv joined a Tuesday morning bowling league and enjoyed playing as a team.  These days he goes every Thursday with his carer.  He is enjoying life.