Sunday, August 1, 2010

Sparks, cinders and pots. The village Vesuvius.





Out for an early morning walk with Wilf through the sunflower fields. For the second day in a row the chattering gaggle of pheasant and quail chicks streamed across the road directly in front of us - a scene of unbridled innocence. Wilf looked up when he heard the noise then reassumed his sniffing. A dog at peace with himself is a perfect companion.

THE great day has arrived. After another night of punch fuelled preparation by the villagers the brick kiln Vesuvius is all set for its great lunch time unveiling . It's cloudy this morning and I really hope the weather stays fine. Our sixty-five village neighbours have really put their hearts and souls into making this a joyous event.

While 'the font' dealt with a constant stream of visitors of the 'could we borrow some cream ?', 'do you have any more baking trays?' variety , yours truly and the gannets were despatched to the supermarket with a list of essentials. Top of the list was champagne - the secret ingredient in turning a chore into a pleasure. Then off to the fruit counter for peaches so that we could make bellinis. I have the feeling that the day will end up with villagers and potters encamped on our lawn in search of a glass or two of effervescent nectar. Wilf of course can be expected to work the crowds in search of sloppy eaters.

8 comments:

  1. High times for Wilf this evening. There'll be loads of dropped food when the punch takes hold.

    Can't wait to see the pottery you have to buy.

    XXXOOO Daisy, kendra & Bella

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  2. I would love a Bellini - and it's only 8:00am on a Sunday morning.

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  3. I hope that all goes well for the village! I googled "gannet" trying to understand its implications when used for a family member...

    I hope that Wilf makes lots of friends this afternoon! I'm glad that he's recovered from his stomach issues. K and Wilf share the pancreatitis issue, and our vet emphasizes that K can only have certain very bland foods. It's a tough regime that means no treats from strangers etc. I'm not sure that Wilf wants to do it. K certainly wouldn't recommend it but I suspect it helps keep her healthy.

    I expect to see your kiln on CNN tonight since there's such "international interest" after all!

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  4. Wilf is going to be one busy fellow! I have a feeling the libations being served at your house are a lot better than the mayor's wife's punch. I wonder how Madame Bay will fit into the festivities of the day. I can't wait to find out tomorrow!

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  5. Anticpation mounting....good luck and stay safe.

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  6. I love the grocery store pictures, but then again I love grocery stores! :)

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  7. I hope it all went off beautifully. Looking forward to reading all about it.

    wags, Lola

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