Surprise visit

The boys had a playdate this morning with one of their school friends. I took the opportunity to do grocery shopping solo but by the time I had finished writing up the list and done the banking, there wasn't enough time left. Did a few small bits at other places, then took the boys with me after lunch to our regular Pak'n'Save. They were fine at it although kept me on my toes with keeping a lookout in the trolley to make sure no unwanted items (unwanted by me, that is) ended up at the check-out. Had a lovely visit with Carl and Miriam in their home in Hokitika in the evening while Nick was at an elders' meeting - courtesy of Matt's Mac and Skype account!