It's
tough, but somebody's got to do it. After all, somebody gets up early
to put those beach umbrellas and deck chairs there - it would be terrible
if nobody used them. And so Caroline and Sarah have taken to them like
sand to a beach picnic. From early morning to late in the afternoon, the
children get to play on the beach or in the pool, watched by an assortment
of grown-ups. After 9 months with mostly just the four of us, its fantastic
to have some time where Emily's happy playing with Rachel, and Charlotte's
happily playing with Oliver. It gives the occasional moment of respite
from 24 hour alertness for the children.