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It was a relief to wake up on the morning of our December meeting to see the sun shining at last.

I had begun to think that the rain would never stop but there was to be no battling through gusty rain for the ladies; it was a pleasure to walk to the hall.

Lots of activity greeted us at the door though as two Parish Councillors were busy erecting the village Christmas tree – a real start to the festive season.

Only one birthday in December but sadly Ruth Prior was not present to have us sing to her and so as there is no birthday celebration table in January Carole invited those birthday ladies to enjoy the tea with her. Of course I shall be mentioning them in the New Year and don’t want to spoil your enjoyment of reading about them then!

One item of note in the business section was that Christine Hamilton will be the speaker at the Federation Council Meeting in March. Can’t wait, I’m sure she will be very entertaining.

Soon it was time for our first entertainment of the afternoon; Dennis Lee spoke very movingly of the life of George Formby and also played and sang his songs. We were encouraged to sing along and everyone joined in – some didn’t even have to refer to the song sheets!

Then after a very welcoming cup of tea and seasonal mince pie the second entertainment began. Aladdin in ten minutes!! This certainly got the ladies laughing and guessing who was playing which part!

Did I really look like a bloke in drag?

All the players were excellent, even though some of the lines got a bit muddled which really just added to the fun. Well done Drama Group! I think that a very pleasant afternoon was enjoyed by all. Only one week now to our Christmas Lunch when some fifty ladies are going to Folkestone Bowls Club – yummy, yummy!

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 6th January 2009, when we have a Beetle Drive and “yes” you lucky people another play will be performed by the Drama Group – oh yes it will.

The meeting starts at 2pm in Hawkinge Village Hall. Why not start off the New Year with a new venture and come along and find out about our WI. We are a friendly lot, and during the month there is also a craft club and walking group to join. Our main outing next year will be a visit to Hampton Court Palace (planned for Tuesday 23rd June) – you could go on that as well.

Should you want any more information or just a chat please don’t hesitate to contact either Carole Seabrook (president) on 01303 891420 or Margaret Charlton (secretary) on 01303 892721.


Linda Barnes
Committee Member
HAWKINGE, ACRISE & PADDLESWORTH WI