Covent Garden Gathering

At last I have got here, took all day with help from Ed and although I am very tired I am quite excited about writing my blog. On that note I would like to thank Minerva for offering to help me with this blog, I know that I can call her for help if needed in the future.

I don't really know where to start so I will begin with Saturday's Event at Covent Garden which was so memorable.On the train to London I was nervous and apprehensive of meeting the group from the forum, I suppose it had more to with how I see myself, as I am a little self-conscious.

When Ed & I arrived we were so early that we went and had a continental breakfast which went down really well. Ed then had to leave me to go to another part of London to see his friend so as I was still 45mins early I decided to look around the market before meeting the group. The market was fantastic, displaying hand painted glass and masses of silver jewellery (just up my street) and beautiful candles and also hand painted scarfs. I was in my element there, only problem was one needed to break the bank in order to buy anything. Sadly my bank could not cater for my needs, but I had great fun just looking.

I need not have worried so much about my own feelings because when I arrived Carol, Martin and a few of the others from the forum were there to greet me and introduce themselves to me. My fears were immediately relaxed as everyone I talked to were so warm, interesting and inviting. At first we all stood around in a bunch taking photo's of each other and the group then someone suggested a cup of coffee which was a huge relief as I am not too good on my pins these days.

It was great meeting Jason for his witty and funny sense of humour, Minerva because she is also a warm person, and her warmth shone over us like a bright shining star. Minervas beautiful daughter who is an inspiration to her mum and supports her all the way, and Guy who was extremely welcoming. I had fun with Tonelsh particularly when taking photo's of his lovely smile (ooops & Jasons) what a lovely guy. I enjoyed sitting opposite Carol & Martin and having a good old chat with them, they are so easy to get on with and are very accommodating.

I admired the fact that Brix came all the way from Switz. to meet everyone and celebrate her SVR even though some of her friends told her not to come. Brix is a lovely lady and I had an interesting talk with her. I did not seem to get around to saying much to SimonJ, Wolfie, Carmen & daughter, and Ron & his wife Carol, but they looked like they were really enjoying them selves.

It was about 2.30 in the afternoon and as much as I wanted to stay and look around C.G I had started to worry about travelling back especially with my fear of trains. I said my goodbyes and got to C.G station only to find it closed due to overcrowding.

I then proceded to walk to Holborn station, boy were my legs weak. I phoned up Ed who said he would meet me at Liverpool St to travel the rest of the way home with me, this was a huge relief for me.
When we got home we were greeted by a wailing, where have you been all day....Tommy the cat who behaves like he has not seen us for a week. He is a beautiful, affectionate and loving cat who came from a cat rescue, he is our baby.

For the rest of the evening I chatted & chatted about my day to Ed (must have been so frustrating for him) but on the other hand he is a good listener so I found it hard to stop myself. I will never forget the day and look forward to the next one.

Marie