... but then my timing never was very good.

Birmingham. Well, after ploughing my way through traffic I actually arrived early.

Found the bar quite easily and proceeded to sample their red wine. The bartender, bless him, felt sorry for me for only needing one glass. lol.

I am sure I actually looked pretty pitiful sitting by myself sipping a bottle. (no, not right out if the bottle)

Twas not long though before I was rescued by the arrival of Nick, Mrs F and Shipscook.

Mrs F took charge and decided we would have a table in the dining area whether they wanted us to or not. Love your style darlin' . Mr Ship is quite possibly the most huggable man ever (aside from Paddy) and will I get to braid that hair one day .... please. Nick, my dear, charming as ever *mwah*

Then when Paddy and Brad arrived and we took over more of the dining area, I could feel the glare from our little Polish waitress but I think she decided it was not worth messing with this eclectic group. It was fab to finally meet Paddy. Who could not love a man who gives hugs like that. Brad, you are an absolute stunner and I will have you know that Paddy said I can hump your leg anytime.

Oh by the way ... don't sit between these two cos they do sign language and try to tell you they are saying nice stuff when I know they were really saying ... "This Yank is a freak!!"

It wasn't long before my 6 weeks of no smoking took a hit when I snuck outside with Nick and Paddy. Bad boys.

Whilst outside the infamous Mr Dunn and one very sexy RowTheBoat arrived and hid in a dark corner. Of course we soon put a stop to that and made them admit they were with us. lol.

Lastly the arrival of VirginBlog completed our party. What a gentleman he is.

Now I could ramble on about the rest of the night but I am sure others can/will do that in better style than I can right now. Suffice to say that I had a fab time drunkenly trying to teach VB how to dance, the floor in the club really is as nasty as Paddy said. My feet stuck even through nylons. I admit to drunkenly placing a kiss on a fellow blogger. Sorry if I embarrassed you.

Lastly. I do apologise for my clandestine behaviour at the end of the night but I had plans that had been laid and out and needed to be carried out as specified. It pained me to have to behave the way I did but it was the only way I knew to not go against what I had been told. I am sure (nay, I hope) on reflection you will understand, knowing that you know the other side of me.

Love to all. Back off out in the garden now.