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

Wednesday 21st August 

Catching the midday ferry 
Wending through islands steadily  
A way out to Faro Praia 
And the ocean's sparkling sea 

Waves that glisten azure blue 
Mesmerising with gentle sway 
Breezes that blow salt and tide 
On this fine and perfect day 

Far from shore yet close to dreams 
Eyes closed but aware of sounds 
A soporific state to be
Relaxation knows no bounds

Love you so much
Precious sons
Treasured Mum
xxxxx

Tuesday 20th August 

Azure skies 
Hot pavements glow 
Street cafes and bars 
Where cool breezes flow 

Laughter mingles 
With the clink of glass 
As Algarve days 
So gently pass 

Sun-drenched moments 
Lazy, bright 
In this paradise 
All feels right 

Love you so much
Treasured sons
Beloved Mum
xxxxx

Monday 19th August 

It's time to leave Quarteira 
Traveling east to Faro
The ancient streets await 
With stories yet to know 

So onward to the horizon 
Where new adventures lie 
Quarteira in the rearview 
Beneath the Algarve sky 

Love you so much
Treasured sons
Beloved Mum
xxxxx

Sunday 18th August 

A sand-scorched walk 
To the water's edge 
Where waves invite 
And coolness does pledge

The sun above blazes 
But here, I slip 
Into the sea’s depth 
For a refreshing dip 

The gentle waves soothe 
As heat fades away 
In the ocean’s hold 
I could float all day 

Love you so much
Precious sons
Treasured Mum
xxxxx

Saturday 17th August 

Another day spent chilling 
Recharging and relaxing 
Holidays agree with us 
The peace that it does bring 
Meeting up with family 
A life quite fulfilling 
Sharing time together 
With yarns and storytelling 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Treasured Mum 
xxxxx 

Friday 16th August 

Laying on the beach 
Beneath a shade of straw 
Blue skies for days 
Who could ask for more? 
An octopus salad 
And a cold beer to pour 
Just watching the waves 
Run up the sandy shore 

Love you so much
Treasured sons
Beloved Mum
xxxxx

Thursday 15th August 

Leaving Lagos 
Heading East 
To Quarteira 
Not far, at least 

New adventures 
Wait for me 
In this place 
By the crystal sea 

Love you so much
Precious sons
Treasured Mum
xxxxx

Wednesday 14th August 

Our forty second 
Anniversary 
On holiday 
Just you and me 
Out wandering 
Beside the sea 
Loving life 
Simply stress free 

Love you so much 
Precious sons 
Treasured Mum 
xxxxx

Tuesday 13th August 

Skimming across the ocean 
Towards grottoes and caves 
Beautiful rock formations 
As we plough through the waves 

Love you so much 
Precious sons
Beloved Mum
xxxxx