Ruby's Birthday!

I've had a very busy weekend to be honest, working two jobs with very little sleep. As well as this I did some overtime on Saturday and really haven't stopped. I did however manage to fit in time to help celebrate my Cousin Ruby's 12th Birthday, at John Jacques in Fratton.

After finishing work at 6.30 pm, I made a quick sprint to the pub where Rubes was having dinner with the family and arrived just in time to have a piece of Birthday cake, oh and a fish and chip supper too. After a few beers and some pleasant conversation, it was time to walk home for an early start in the morning.

Congratulations to Rubes on her 12th Birthday. When I look back at my own life, when I was her age, I am reminded of the opportunities youth brings. Ruby has yet to start living in real terms and has the World at her feet. Today, there are many more doors that can be opened with hard work and dedication and I am sure she will do very well. If I could go back, I would jump at the opportunity to live those childhood days all over again, only this time avoiding the mistakes of the past.

Next year Ruby will finally be a teenager and have to contend with all the pitfalls and hurdles that come with her new status. For now she can enjoy her final year as a child and be reassured she has family and friends around, to support her through the trials and tribulations she will likely encounter; that's more than most of us have!

Oh to be 12 again!