I really find it so charming

One thing that I find really nice as I walk around the campground is the number of couples who still hold hands, especially the very elderly ones.  Peter and I are among the 'younger' age group here and there are many others in our age group as well, so the 'baby boomers' are well represented.  And so are older couples - there are people into their 90's staying on the camp ground, and attending all the meetings too!  The healthy Adventist diet and lifestyle shows its benefits in those who follow it faithfully.


We had lunch as a group of friends again today, after enjoying it so much on Wednesday.  As before, we all contributed a salad, savoury and sweet.  We enjoyed it so much that none of us attended the concert that started at 2pm.

This photo is of Rick and Marilyn, our dear friends of 39 years.  They are the ones we holiday with; our children are friends and grandchildren are as well.

This couple, Bob and Laraine,  have been friends about the same length of time, even though they were posted as missionaries to Fiji soon after our oldest daughter was born, then to different parts of Australia for years, returning to Sydney only when Nathan was a couple of years old, so that's around 16 years later.

Denise in this photo grew up in the same church with me.  She was married in the same church as I was, her brother was friends with Peter when Pete came to our church.  We have seen each other occasionally but not often.  It is really good to catch up with her and with John, her husband, again.

And here we are - oh dear! I never do like photos of myself.  But then not many people do,, do they?

The meetings today were as inspiring as ever, with a touch of wistfulness because they are the last of each series for the week.  The Vespers meeting, for opening Sabbath at sunset was extra special.  We had more singing than usual, with favourite hymns and special items from various people including some more from Margo Roberts - we are fortunate that she was able to be here for us before she goes overseas for her tour. 

The group playing instruments has done a wonderful job too.  There is an organ, two pianos, violins, trumpets and other brass instruments.  This is a very poor photo - apologies, I must try to get a better one - they are sitting on the other side of the platform to where we sit.

And now we are really ready for bed again.  It's actually quite full on here vbg!  Tomorrow there is the usual 7.30 morning devotional, then 9.30 Bible Study; 11am the Church service; 3-4.30pm an afternoon program; 5pm closing Sabbath; and at 6,30pm there is a 'Grey Nomads Got Talent' concert!  For a camp that is for ''older'' people, they sure keep everyone busy lol!
So off to bed now
Blessings,
Sandie