Congratulations to the first post by Ms Swan
I hope other people figure out how to do it. I will send the invitations again.
The password is "Scottydog"

The BBQ was a resounding success.
A few people turned up late and few had to leave early but I think everyone met everyone else.
A big thanks to Kie and family for doing all the hard work. Also thanks to Akiko for supplying and cooking some of the food and for working hard. Also thanks to Akiko's husband for the watermelon!! And a big thanks to all of you who came.
It was a big chance to see some of the "old faces" from Nova.
Kumiko couldn't drink as she was driving but made up for it with a "cold one" when she got home...maybe.
Tomoko was covered with a "hot daughter" for much of the time.

Other News: Ms. Swan's daughter took part in the JHS English speech contest and
gave a good speech with no mistakes. She did not win it. Hmmmm! (These contests are sometimes fixed anyway. I once judged in one and they took no notice of my opinions. They had decided before -hand it seems)But she took part in it and did a great job. I saw the video!

Akiko's dog has a fantastic vocal range and can speak English.

And the Olympics started!!!! The opening ceremony......was......lonnnnnnnnnnngggggggggg!
Look out for the 14year old British boy in the diving. Maybe he has a chance of winning a rare medal for GB.

Keep cool and see you soon. Nick