Abbey closes it's doors for 2009

The last two weeks at the Abbey were relaxing and fun. We had Nino Aimo in the house again and he brought a great group from the US of A. 19 of us in total rocked the Abbey and the main word of the day was "Blister". There were more guests in the house that did have blisters than those who didn't. It was unbelievable!! Tough group though as they pushed the misery sticks up the Grizzly trot day after day and somehow drinking beer and eating nachos on the deck seem to make everything feel better. Half way through the week we celebrated Nino's 50th birthday. Turning 50th with close friends is what makes life special. In true Spanish cuisine we presented him with a "Tres Leche" cake. Happy Birthday Nino!

The last week was split into a 3 guest touring week and Rick, Scott and Ray put the finishing touches on a serious work week. New linen closet, boot rack, two new doors upstairs and the side of the house even got a face lift. Many thanks to the guys for all the hard work! It was a relaxing week and Travis, Graham and Len enjoyed a rare week with lots of elbow room at the breakfast and dinner table.

After two weeks Don came and took us home and in turn brought Robson and the Gmoser family for his last week. During our time off Roger and I cut, bucked and chopped 100 boxes of firewood for the old stove, and was flown in on the last exchange. So peeking in the window now you would see the duvets stored, gas turned off, cushions flipped up and door pulled tight. Take a rest dear Abbey you gave us a fantastic season....see you when the flakes fly in 2010.

Dani sporting local air traffic

Home made port and chocolate mousse....yum

Tullamore Dew....and we did!

If I am working in the Abbey over Easter...you will always find colored eggs.

Thanks for a great season Roger!