18 of us gathered at the Parcent Cooperativa for our end of season meal
It is the first group meal since 2019 due to covid restrictions
Jan and I were surprised to be given a present by Colin at the start of the meal
We really had no idea what it was, and he insisted we open it at once
It was a framed copy of the local paper about Jan’s rescue on Bernia
The frame was passed around for everyone to sign it
What a lovely gift and such a nice thing to do
It may not have been one of our most enjoyable walks
But it was certainly the most dramatic one of our 16 years walking here
It’s always a little strange to see everyone dressed in their civilian clothes
But it is also nice to get together socially without walking
As always the meal was lovely and the service excellent
The only interruption to the chatter was to sign the back of the picture
We are very lucky to have such a friendly and welcoming group
And this was an opportunity to remember the many happy memories we share
Plus, of course, to remember the many absent friends unable to attend the meal
The picture will have a place of honour above the desk in my office
And a constant reminder of happy hours spent walking the hills, and our adventure on Bernia
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