We spent a couple of days of last week with father in law, as he still lives on his own and has Alzeimers Disease. The weather was so good that we decided to go to his beach hut that he has had for about 35 years.First stop....the Fresh Fish Shop, where we bought....
Jellied Eels,
Plaice fillets and ....
Skate knobs! Yes, I wondered what they were too! LOL. They are the fillets from the Skate wings.
There are 30 fishing boats that go out daily to catch fish.
The variety of seafood was amazing....and if I lived closer, I would eat fish every day...if I could afford it that is. Some was more expensive than meat. 
The fishmonger fillets a whole salmon.
Whelks waiting to be sold.
I asked for these scallop shells for a project I have in mind.
Then on to the beach hut...a typical seaside image.
Here's the man himself....enjoying one of his favourite pastimes - relaxing on the beach. 
The fish - Plaice and Skate knobs were delicious and as there is a facility for cooking in the hut....we had mashed potato and peas to accompany.
Father in law decides to take a trip to the water's edge....and on his way back...I took this photo.
LOL....doesn't he look like Charlie Chaplin?!
We had ice cream from the ice cream van that hangs out on the beach.
We had ice cream from the ice cream van that hangs out on the beach.This is mine....and I am glad that the photo is out of focus as I don't want to remember the taste!
It was FOUL...so - I threw it to ....the FOUL to feast on! I believe it may be the only ice cream that I have never finished - ever! It tasted like plastic. YUK!There was a 'gull fest' a distance away from us - all in conference. I think they were making a plan! LOL.
Yep! Big Brother calls the clan!
...and they all fly in...including Ravens and Magpies! 
...and that's when the fight started...
Me thinks they weren't impessed!
...and this is what the magpies thought of it! LOL...
...and made a swift exit!
Back at the ranch....FIL sporting his new hair cut by moi... and looking the picture of health with his suntan.
A good time was had by all.I hope the sun is shining for you today - wherever you live. Have a good one.
6 comments:
it looks like you had a great day and made the man of the moment very happy indeed!
How does he cope with everything ...still a handsome man for his age.
What an amazing fishmongers ...never heard of skate knobs !!
Glad you had such a great few days ... love the gull shots xx
great photos, your FIL looks amazing, really healthy. i never heard of those knobs either *snigger*. I adore that beach hut, I would lov to have one, why haven't you altered it..ooo can you imagine how the sides would look painted Basic Grey stylee...
Hi, Glen! So wonderful to meet you! Thanks for stopping by my little blog so I could meet you! I see you're LDS--me, too! I so love meeting new friends like this...isn't the bloggy world wonderful?!
Loved the photos of your day with your father-in-law...mine had alzheimer's too, so I can relate. Looks like he really enjoyed the day with you!
I'm your newest follower & I'll be back! Hope you're having a wonderful day!
Love your pictures. Your FIL is so stinkin' cute.......what a dapper gentleman.
Thanks for stopping by my blog...I so wish I had been in London. It's one of my dreams to go there.
Your Friend in ART,
Linda
My mouth is totally watering now... I really need to go eat some proper breakfast.
Fantastic photos. Are you into the whole photography thing or just have a knack with a point & shoot?
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