The weather did us proud today and came out for the town’s Rose Fair. There were 29 floats altogether and with a general theme of ‘Heroes’ many had chosen to do the emergency services which was perfect for a lot of the schools taking part. Kids dressed up as firemen, policemen, doctors, nurses etc! Our float stood out as the most imaginative but didn’t win because of our theme (in my opinion). Robin Hood isn’t quite the same! The winners were two of the 999 floats and one of a local heroine called Octavia Hill. Here’s some photos showing a few of the floats including ours 
When we came home I immediately switched on the tv….and on it’s stayed….for the LiveEarth concert from Wembley. Highlights (for me) so far have been Genesis (my first ever favourite rock band who I still have a very soft spot for!), Razorlight, Kasabian, Black Eyed Peas and……..best of all, Red Hot Chilli Peppers. I just had to try and capture a photo of my hero Anthony Keidis who makes me weak at the knees. (I am very aware that I should be beyond this at my age!). Still to come….Spinal Tap which should be a HOOT!!
Dave set up the hammock this afternoon but guess who had to hijack it? When I did get a chance to lie in it I was thrilled, it’s soooooo comfortable!
Hi Nikki The parade looks wonderful and I love your float (You wuz robbed
) Glad it stayed dry for you. How funny that your postition in the hammock was usurped 
It would be the same if we had one I’m sure. Hope your weekend is fab xxxx
Hi Nikki,
This is my first visit to your blog! I have seen you over at Sadie’s and Elizabeth’s.
You have a very cute place!
Enjoyed the pics, the parade looks wonderful.
Take care and enjoy the rest of your weekend.
~hugs~
Whooo on the sun shining for you and those floats are amazing.. you were robbed..you the winner in my eyes lol..
I watched the live earth concert on and off.. ( was having a yucky day so slept through some of it ) great cause to highlight..
Oh and your hammock being hijacked.. here it would have been one of the cats!
Have a fab Sunday… oh its not raining so you would have gotten up earlier.. I hope it goes well for you
Hugs Pixie
I was so annoyed, I missed the Black Eyed Peas! Stayed up and watched Madonna though.
She is such a great performer, though I was annoyed she messed around with La Isla Bonita
the way she did. And what is it with her and her guitar!!!! She’s a true star though, absolutely
fantastic.
crikey, you were up early today! Hope you’ve had a super sunday xxx
morning! Hope you had a good day yesterday. lots of love xx
Hello sweetie !
And yet another quick stop from my parents’ … your parade was great & your float was splendid ! Great job ! that must have been quite a work !
I hope you’re having a nice summer. When are you on vacation ? I hope for you that they’ll be coming soon !
Big hugs to you & best regards to Dave. XOXOXOX