Carys got a tooth! I am missing the triumverate more than I thought I could. Sebastian is throwing himself into the water and kicking and paddling. Its tough. My sister in law is using this vacation to spend time with her children and family and I am this languishing meatball of a morsel who is glad she made the effort for magnificent and his family, but ....
It is amazing how much time I have. Finished four books already, and reread the very excellent THE NUMBER ONE LADIES DETECTIVE AGENCY.
Here's one of my earliest thoughts about antigua: there is a strong chinese influence. Lots of chinese takeaways and traditional medicine shops and herbalists. interesting.
More soon, from tess of the tan, that isn't a burn who is also excelling on the beach volleyball court.
Miss you and your blog! Glad you are relaxed and having a blast. Enjoy it, because before you know it you'll be back home to the daily grind.
I thought Antigua had a French-influence? Shows what I know...
Posted by: Maggaggie | March 17, 2005 at 06:58 AM
A tooth, oh that's lovely! Am w Maggaggie, thought French as well. And yes, enjoy, READ LOADS, rest plenty! You are missed.
Posted by: Lioness | March 17, 2005 at 07:33 AM
(This is so bizarre, am reading your post from March 17 on March 16!)
Posted by: Lioness | March 17, 2005 at 07:34 AM
Good to hear you're enjoying yourself. All is well here, the triplets have looked fine when I've seen them in the playground.
Lita did ask if you remembered there is a Dr's appointment for them on Tuesday at 10.00am - the day you get back. You may want to ring her about it.
See you when you get back!
Posted by: Lucy | March 17, 2005 at 09:48 AM
Tess,
great to hear from you. I can only imagine how much you are missing your precious three. Enjoy your time away and catch up on the rest and relaxation.
Love Trinie
Posted by: trinie | March 17, 2005 at 10:40 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TESS! Just wanted to be the first one to say it to you (from canada) I hope that you are having a wonderful time and i cant wait to see you this summer.
xoxo
Commando Kiddlet
Posted by: the little sister | March 17, 2005 at 01:54 PM
OMG, when IS your birthday? WHAT AM I MISSING? You're a Pisces as well? Tess' Little Sister, when is her birthday? ANYONE?
Posted by: Lioness | March 17, 2005 at 05:33 PM
drat, i wasn't first. that's what i get for not staying up until midnight. i just woke up and wanted to wish you a happy birthday.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Happy St. Patrick's Day!
and go Carys! don't forget to gnaw on your brothers and sister when that teething pain gets to be too much.
Posted by: knobody | March 17, 2005 at 08:17 PM
aaagghh, I was going to send B-day greetings last night, but didnt, rats. Oh well Happy Birthday to You!!! I will try to call you in paradise tonight as I watch the snow falling around me. I cannot wait to see the pics of the girls and thier little teeth :-)
LOve to you all !!!
Posted by: Auntie Pammie | March 18, 2005 at 12:09 AM
Happy Birthday Tess! Glad the trip is going well! Rest up and have a glorious time!
Posted by: Jen | March 18, 2005 at 02:20 AM
Happy Birthday, darling! (To answer Lioness' question - yes, today is Tess' birthday - March 17th). Called you this morning but you were already out tanning/reading/watching Seb leap off the side of the pool/drowsing. Have a marvelous birthday, sweetheart, with your Magnificent Charles and Sensational Sebastian. We love you so much. And can only imagine the joy you will all experience upon returning to Hong Kong and see the triumverate again.
Oodles of hugs and kisses,
Mum and Dad xox
Posted by: Mum aka Mo aka Maureen | March 18, 2005 at 03:42 AM
Smooches and hugs for your birthday. Have a great one.
Lots and lots of love, Trinie
Posted by: Trinie | March 18, 2005 at 03:56 AM
Wow, HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Sounds like you're are in a lovely relaxing place. Enjoy it to the fullest. And yes I love Alexander McCall Smith's books too. Hope you have time to read the next 4!
I do understand about missing your trio. It's hard when your heart is in 2 places at once. Sounds like they are in good hands though, so enjoy yourself and make some good memories to get you through the sometimes-tough days with your little ones.
Best wishes,
Posted by: SheilaC | March 18, 2005 at 05:48 AM