Merv began his celebrations at his social group this morning with a birthday cake and best wishes from his friends. The afternoon for him was rather sedentary but come 4pm the celebrations were in full swing. Mel and I rocked on home and put together a riggy-dig afternoon tea of mammoth proportions. This morning I had slaved over a hot stove baking scones and cooking a mouth watering chocolate birthday cake. We served up sweet strawberries and ripe papaya plus adding my sister's tempting home-made cookies. Merv enjoyed his Milo while I settled for strong coffee! Mel shared her news and the evening was just beginning as we headed off to Zizzi's restaurant for a celebration dinner.
Merv insisted his birthday would be celebrated in style with Ham and Pineapple Pizza (very Australian!) and a beer, which is exactly what he did. The rest of us chose more mundane foods vowing we were all watching our weight but we are likely to succumb to apple pie and custard much later. Merv enjoyed his man-sized pizza and washed it down with his stubby of amber fluid. After thanking the staff for a memorable night we went home to enjoy the apple pie and Merv blew out his candles and three lone sparklers! Merv retired to bed a very happy man!
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