Last Friday we packed up the car, locked up the house and headed down the motorway, London bound, for a family get together to celebrate our niece turning the big ONE. F was super excited and pretty much chatted all the way there in the back of the car, while I slipped off my shoes and watched the rain clouds roll in.
After an impromptu stop off in Chiswick where I caught up with an old university friend, we took our weary selves to new Novotel hotel in Brentford, where we stayed free of charge courtesy of Paul's big bro. I was really impressed with the hotel, although there is no tube within walking distance, the hotel has a sleek contemporary design, great food, and a pool and gym to help you start the day fresh. F had a brilliant time exploring all the comforts of the hotel and taking a rest in the suspended chairs.
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