Last night was Dai and Valentine’s turn for our come dine with me. I was expecting a lot knowing Valentine’s love for the theatrical- and was not disappointed.
We all got there at 5.30, ready for action. The theme was ‘Love’, so we all came dressed up; I wore a jacket and a bow tie, with my old red scarf around my neck- I looked quite dapper, even if I say so myself. Alma wore a long flowing black dress, with heels- she looked lovely. Ang was dressed (!!), and Ralph even had a tie on. The scene was set…
When we got there, there were hearts on the front door, and we were greeted by a glass of champagne, and there was classical music on in the back ground. It was a nice, relaxed atmosphere, and it put us at ease for the rest of the night.
The food was not all what I would have ordered, though. We had oysters for starters- of course, an aphrodisiac. I tried them- though to be honest they did not do anything for me. Alma- who does not normally eat fish- also tried them, but once again, she did not like them. Ralph and Ang loved them, as did Dai and Valentine; they soon finished ours off as well.
Main course was a small piece of steak, with pasta and asparagus. The steak was nice as was the rest of it. Felt full, but not uncomfortable.
Now came time for entertainment, and Valentine of course sang for us, but this time with his choir. There was 20 of them, in the living room, and although it was cramped, it was amazing- the vocals were spot on,and I could have listened to it all night.I love Valentines voice,and this was the first time I heard it in context with others; it was special.
Then it was time for pudding. We had a soft chocolate pudding,with ice cream, which was nice. Dai cooked all the meal from start to finish, and did a great job.
I got back here again by about 11, not too drunk, and quietly happy. I am so lucky to have such a daft circle of friends.
So… my turn tonight!!
Yours sincerely
Raymond Williams
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