We are still enjoying autumn sunshine in the village and the geraniums are still flowering on the balcony. But watch this space – the webcam pictures above are updated every 15 minutes during the day – the first dusting of snow has just arrived!

I’m really looking forward to the winter season. I love this time of year when I hear from previous guests with news of their families and summer holidays. Bookings are going well already from previous guests and some new families. We still have space for Christmas and New Year, and for 14th and 21st February.

No holidays for me this year, just puppy training! In July Rush had his 10th birthday! He is really getting to be a venerable pooch! He celebrated with his canine friends at the stables and had his birthday photograph taken at the top of the Foilleuse after a meal of spaghetti bolognese.

The other special news this summer was the arrival of Icebear, known as Ice, Icicle, Icepuppy, Icecub, Icecream or even Slushpuppy! His full registered name is Esprit Elton Icebear but we didn’t have any choice about the first two names…. He is at present Trainee, Deputy Assistant Meeter and Greeter. He is doing very well and should be ready to take over responsibility for walks in winter.

Tom will be back again this winter. He has spent the summer in Britain working for Outward Bound. Mick will be back for Christmas and New Year.

 Rush waves a paw to all his friends.

Looking forward to hearing from you. Wishing you all the best. Have fun!

Rosie.

5th October, 2009.