We took Bob Marley (Stephen's dog) for a walk and then watched Stephen and family and extras in soccer team action on Stephen's very own 'Field of Dreams'. They have leveled and mowed their own field at the back to their property. Michael was pleased he did not volunteer as it proved to be a very physical match. 5 a side, 5 minutes each way and about eight games. The English cousins proved to have excellent skills, Sadie is a bit of a maniac, Stephen had his eye split open, another lady player had a bloody nose and there were ice packs on knees at dinner. I am sure some very stiff limbs will be boarding busses and planes today.
Stephen's seven children were in charge of the birthday dinner and we had a feast of corn tacos with various fillings. This was followed in Kotze fashion with music and listening to some of Joe's new stuff. He is part of a band and will be putting more time into his music now that his studies are over. Sadie is now not shy to perform anymore and has the most amazing voice. They sang an Avett Brothers song which was spectacular (the January wedding one, Nic)
There way much celebration last night as Joe and Misha (Stephen's daughter) announced their engagement. They are the most stunning couple and we were delighted to be a part of the occasion. Lots of Kotze cousin weddings in the pipeline.
Then time to start saying the final goodbyes and eventually only got to bed at 1.30. We were up at 5 to get to Ottawa and Caroline to the bus station by 7 (she has a 10 hour bus trip back to New York). We have now been sitting at our entrance gate waiting for our flight. We were two hours early and are heading to Washington (where we have a 5 hour wait).
10 minutes to go and I need to spend our last couple of Canadian pennies. Go goodbye to you for now. I will load some more pictures in Washington.
Cute house over the road
More green trees and forest walks
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