Happy Happy Joy Joy, in South Africa

All actors in place, let the fun commence: Franschhoek is in the grip of EURO & his company. Mum's beaming, for once the centre of all attention. The stage is set for the feasting, first to celebrate a European inspired traditional Christmas with luscious food and drinks on festive tables, followed a week later by ringing in the New Year.

Let's not reminisce over the travel woes getting here from London and Paris; rather let's enjoy what we have here: a refreshing chill of 60F at night, and balmy 82F during the day. I'm in paradise...