DAY 4: Choristers' Blog

Day four has almost definitely met our expectations!
It began with, of course, a breakfast of either Kippers (much to the delight of Harry S), a Full English or Eggs Benedict...'Feed me till I want no more' (hymn 368)! 

We then set out for Saint Thomas' where we set to work on our music for the day. We finished, proud of our musical ability but with our energy sapped. There was only one cure, sweets! After visiting Pickwick's we set off to either the hotel, beach or simply stayed in town. Many of us enjoyed a pleasant period of free time writing our postcards under the jurisdiction of Mrs. Cross. Lunch followed which today was Chilli Con Carne with Rice followed by Ice Cream for dessert. After lunch, the senior boys set out for the Old House of Keys and the junior boys journeyed South to Port Erin. The senior boys very much enjoyed making decisions that would benefit the future of the Isle of Man, and the junior boys played football and dug potholes upon the sandy shore line. With the excitement of the afternoon over we settled down to eat our evening meal. 

Starter: Vegetable Cream Soup or Meatballs with a Bolognese Sauce. 

Main: Herbed Chicken or Cod with Parsley Sauce. 

Dessert: Homemade Trifle or Trio of Manx Ice Cream. 

However, the day was not over yet as much was still to be done. Our service at Ballasalla was another success with beautiful solos from Ben H and Jack A. We were also very proud of the clear and precise readings from Ben H and Adam T and very moving prayers read by Thomas W. The sermon was brilliant too as we were given Smarties! Well done Rev.Rie, 2-2 for that one!! The congregation were very grateful for our leading of the service and even provided post service drinks, Fr. Shaun I hope you're taking note of this! After another eventful and exciting day we are all eager for tomorrow ... not least Thomas W, who turns 13 tomorrow. Please send your best wishes to Thomas on his special day through Mr. Sam. Thank you for reading and please come back for an update tomorrow. 

Maximilian Cross & Dominic Tapper 

Head Choristers