BBQ at Mikko and Marianne's

We were very happy to get the invitation to go for a BBQ at Mikko's and Marianne's place this weekend – it's always nice to see them, and almost as importantly, we always eat very well there. And then there is the sauna, of course... Nahtalie, Henna and Aki also came along for the event.

The food was predictably tasty – although perhaps a bit less “meaty” than usually (Henna is a vegetarian). But thankfully, Mikko is a confirmed carnivore, so there was plenty of meat to eat as well (in fact, in spite of our best efforts, we didn't manage to eat it all). We had a predictably good time, especially when me and Aki climbed into Aleksi's little toy house (Aleksi is 2 years old, by the way!). Amazingly, no damage was done.

After the BBQ and the near destruction of Aleksi's little house, the boyz naturally went for a sauna. That is definitely one of the things I miss from my home country... We had some pretty good “löylys”, and also put the swimming pool to good use.

So a great day, then! In fact, so great, that me and Mathilde had to skip the rest of our plans for the day (visiting Negresco hotel, as it was exceptionally open to visitors this weekend, and going to the movies). And in fact, much to my shame, I have to admit I didn't even have dinner in the evening, I was that stuffed...