Tuesday 12 July 2016

Day 9: A visit to our hosts

It's 10pm, and I'm writing this back in the house finally, after what seems like a sauna extravaganza today!

After the great weather of the last few days, it's been very slightly cooler today and showery, but with some nice periods of sunshine as well. After shopping this morning, Anna and Olivia headed up to the zoo after lunch while Sandy, Keith and I heated the sauna and swam in the lake. We also had an invite to visit our hosts, Timo and Lissu, which was set for 5pm. There, we were treated to fantastic ice cream, strawberries and cakes while Olivia and Wenla leaped on the trampoline, showing off their skills to each other. Wenla is also in a trampoline club here in Finland, and she too practises several times a week, as well as taking part in competitions around the country. So, the two have much in common! Before leaving to return home, we confirmed we'll return next year once again - why would we think of going anywhere else when this place feels so like a second home to us all?
I zoomed in on Keith swimming while standing by the front door. 
 And that's Keith diving from the platform.
Relaxing with a glass of wine as we wait for dinner.
Back here, it was straight back to the sauna while chicken cooked in the oven for dinner, and after that, we headed back down to the lakeside for even more sauna sessions and swims in the lake! Keith has only just come in now at 10.10pm and Sandy and Olivia are still in the lake, so it's been a long and great day of swimming!
 This is zoomed in on Sandy and Olivia... then look below
 Zoomed out, can you see where they actually were?
Not sure how far Keith swam today, but I'm sure he'll sleep well tonight!

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