Out at night

Summer is here full force, with hot days and warm evenings.

Last week was busy socially (I know, doesn't happen often here in London), so I didn't have a chance to post this then. We were out on Tuesday night with ex-Warsaw friends, Meredith & Jean-Louis playing bridge and catching up, as they are on their way to Miami. It's the first time I'd actually seen their flat in daylight, which just goes to show you how long it's been since we've seen one another. (In the short daylight hours of winter, we'd always get to their place when it's already turned dark.) We were complaining about just that; that it's easier sometimes to see people who live farther away, than the ones just down the road. You keep thinking to yourself; "Oh, I can see them anytime, they're just down the road..." And next thing you know, they're moving!
Oh well, perhaps we'll see more of them in Miami.

Wednesday, we were at the Kensington Roof Gardens, a lovely secluded green space, 6 floors up, which had been converted into a massive party venue. Since we were there for a business function it was all very boring for me, but I know that Orest got quite a bit out of it, so I was happy to be there with him. The lobster tails were an added bonus.

Thursday was my one night in, as Orest flew to Stolkhom for the night for business. Apparently he missed his brush with greatness that evening as his colleagues met Mats Sundin (the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey player) in a club and got his autograph. It's ok, Orest got one in absentia.

Friday, we were with the Hampstead Women's Club on the London Eye for a wine tasting. I was surprised how quickly we went around, because frankly it didn't look like we were moving at all in some places. Something to do with physics, I imagine. Thankfully it wasn't too hot in there, it was well-ventilated, and being able to go around twice was kinda cool too.

Saturday, we were double-booked with a Ukrainian zabava first with the children, followed by a grown-up party for us later. The dance unfortunately was a bust (not enough tickets sold), but the girls had fun in their own way...Adriana sliding on the floor and playing tag with the other kids and Larysa just messing about with the older girls. The second event was a 40th birthday for a friend I play tennis with. It was good fun, but by 1 am, Orest needed to get to bed, so we departed. Shame, that...I had heard that Grace's parties normally ran until 3 am.