Monday 13th October 

Sunbeams dance 
On water bright 
A perfect scene 
Of pure delight 

Cool drinks near 
A gentle breeze 
Rustling palms 
And swaying trees 

The world outside 
Begins to fade 
Peaceful thoughts 
In the shade 

No urgent calls 
No tasks to do 
Calm reflections 
Fresh and new 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Beloved Mum 
xxxxx

Sunday 12th October 

A slow Sunday 
Drifts like a whisper 
Wrapped in warmth 
Of a fading smile
Hazy sunshine 
Spills through the branches 
Casting gentle shadows 
Stretching all the while 

Tavira 
Santa Luzia 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Beloved Mum 
xxxxx

Saturday 11th October 

Day trip to Alcoutim 
On the Guadiana
Looking towards España 
What a panorama 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Beloved Mum 
xxxxx

Friday 10th October 

Another day 
Beside the sea 
The sunshine warm
As warm can be
A chilled rosé 
Cold beer for you
Holiday time 
It's what we do

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Beloved Mum 
xxxxx

Thursday 9th October 

Golden sands await 
With warm embrace 
Toes sink softly 
This wide open space 

The ocean whispers 
A gentle plea 
As worries fade 
Beside the sea 

With happy hearts 
Sun-screened skin 
A perfect day 
Can now begin 

Fuseta 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Treasured Mum 
xxxxx

Wednesday 8th October 

Ilha de Tavira 
A tranquil place 
Time slows down 
In nature's embrace 
The salty breeze 
Teasing the shore 
Inviting souls 
To search and explore 
Laughter mingles 
With the tide 
Memories bloom 
Hearts open wide 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Beloved Mum 
xxxxx

Tuesday 7th October 

Watching surf 
At high tide 
Azure skies 
Waves collide 
Splashing foam 
It will glide 
Up the beach 
Caught offside 
Knocked over 
Laughed and cried 
So much fun 
Slip and slide 
Sunshine day 
Ocean wide 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Beloved Mum 
xxxxx

Monday 6th October 

Early morning sunrise 
Flamingoes on the salt pans
Ilha de Tavira luncheon 
With toes in the sands 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Beloved Mum 
xxxxx

Sunday 5th October 

Sixteen years 
Have come and gone 
But in my heart 
You still live on 

Laughter and wisdom 
Your voice still clear 
In our adventures 
I feel you near 

Though time has taken 
Your presence away 
The memories remain 
And forever will stay 

My father 'Hank' 
Missing our fun and laughter 
The adventures and escapades 
4.2.1932 – 5.10.2009

Saturday 4th October 

Be brave, step forth 
Into the light 
Embrace the dawn 
Let dreams take flight 
Take risks that thrill 
Let your heart lead 
In every chance 
The courage you need 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Beloved Mum 
xxxxx