Isn't it always the same old story. Just when the summer holidays end, the great summer weather begins. I am, for sure not complaining and it certainly complimented my brother in law's 60th birthday celebrations. 

It was a simple family lunch gathering full of sumptious dishes, warm and sincere toasts, smiles and a few tears. Nigel and Paula are exquisite hosts and through the course of this important celebration you could see that their passion for each other has never diminished.

The birthday lunch had an extra air of poignancy as their children have all started their careers in various parts of the U.K.

The eldest son has secured a fantastic situation as a solicitor in Devon. The middle son is carving out a successful career as a restauranteur. He was headhunted and moves to Jersey soon to oversee the construction and running of a new restaurant. And last, but not least, their gorgeous baby daughter has just registered as a nurse after four years of long hard study.