Saturday 31st August 

Off to Spain for lunch 
A fleeting affair 
New timezone, new language  
Aromas in the air 

The architecture rises 
Ancient and new 
A dance of old stones 
In a sky quite blue 

Good food awaits 
Rich flavours abound 
With cold beers in hand 
The world spins round 

In the warmth of the day 
We lose track of time 
As the sun dips low 
Church bells do chime

Off to Spain for the day  
A brief escape 
Where life's simple pleasures 
Easily take their shape 

Love you so much
Precious sons
Beloved Mum
xxxxx

Friday 30th August 

Ilha de Tavira 
We're on the beach again 
Golden sands stretch far 
Where the sky and sea blend 

Tall palm trees sway 
Dancing to the ocean’s song 
Time quietly slips away 
Here where we belong 

Barefoot and windswept 
Tracing steps in the sands 
Holding onto moments 
That slip through our hands 

Love you so much
Precious sons
Beloved Mum
xxxxx

Thursday 29th August 

In Olhão, where sunshine beams 
Gathering for lunch by waterway streams 
Tapas on the table, food to share  
Flavours of the sea in the salty air 
In this town's charm, with snacks and beer  
Life slows to a rhythm, simple and clear  

Love you so much
Precious sons
Beloved Mum
xxxxx

Wednesday 28th August 

Sultry air 
Humid night 
Hot and thick 
No breeze in sight 

Sticky skin 
Time does crawl 
Summer's grip 
We feel it all 

A restless calm 
Heavy and slow 
In the heat's embrace 
We lay low 

Love you so much
Beloved sons
Treasured Mum
xxxxx

Tuesday 27th August 

Ilha de Tavira 
Beautiful soft white sand 
We stroll along the shoreline 
Barefoot, hand in hand 

Then a refreshing dip 
In waters cool and clear 
Jumping waves together 
In joy that knows no fear 

Love you so much
Beloved sons
Treasured Mum
xxxxx

Monday 26th August 

In this historic town 
On a cobbled street 
The sun beats down 
With shimmering heat 

There's a pavement cafe 
With a welcome seat 
Where many locals 
Would come to meet 

It's time for a break 
Coffee and sweet treat 
Shade from the parasol 
The morning's complete 

Love you so much
Beloved sons
Treasured Mum
xxxxx

Sunday 25th August 

Beneath the shade of leafy trees 
A poolside bar with gentle ease 
Serving cold drinks, iced and bright 
A haven in the summer light 

The chatter blends with nature's song 
As hours drift so sweet and long 
In this cool retreat, we find our peace 
Family togetherness will never cease 

Love you so much
Precious sons
Treasured Mum
xxxxx

Saturday 24th August 

Cacela Velha 
A pretty tidal beach
Long walks across wet sand
A perfect spot to reach 

Love you so much
Precious sons
Beloved Mum
xxxxx

Friday 23rd August 

Luke's place 
Mangoes growing 
Frango cooking 
Warm breeze blowing 

Shady terrace 
A peaceful retreat 
Where simple joys 
And family meet 

The scent of spice 
The sun's soft grace 
All feels right 
At Luke's place 

Love you so much 
Precious sons
Beloved Mum
xxxxx

Thursday 22nd August

And now we're in Tavira 
In a place that we love 
Where cobblestone streets
Meet skies up above 

The river flows gently 
Through the heart of the town 
With ancient bridges 
And buildings worn down 

Every corner whispers 
Of history's embrace 
In Tavira's charm 
We find our own space 

Love you so much
Precious sons
Treasured Mum