Family Stuff

Marlow is a beautiful town. It is particularly beautiful early in the morning when the air is calm and clear. Whenever I'm back I take a cup of coffee down to the lock and watch the river folk wake up.

The obligatory shot

My wonderful parents have been married for fifty years; that deserves a party. So they had one. It was a good excuse for a big family gathering, with all of us arriving from around the globe to help celebrate.

Us lot

Mum and Dad with the grandkids

Cake-cutting duties



Another favourite spot to visit is Marlow Common. I took photos of the light filtering through the trees in this gorgeous green-lit world, while the children (and their parents) played hide and seek among the trenches.

These earthworks are training trenches, dug during the First World War, which now provide an entertaining play area. We used to play here when we were children - it's nice to see the next generation doing the same.

Branchosaurus

The Seeker

Hiding, or an excuse for a nap?

And then it was time for hurtling through the woods on the rope swing.

 

Nephew Adam

Nephew Olaf

Nephew Aidan

Niece Rachel

Niece Niamh

The super-in-law

Tonton Tweet and Dad play Pete and Dud