Alex's Birthday Party

Having arrived in Leeds, with Steven around 330PM, albeit a little bit fluffy. I managed to find my way to the hotel and check in. You know you can never go wrong with a Mal Maison Hotel. The Leeds one is a converted warehouse. A beautifull red brick building. I checked in and went up to my room. Mal have the most wonderfull beds, fabulous duvets, perfect pillows. So I nipped to the shop, bought some wine and water and came back to relax a bit before a nice shower and getting ready.

The distance from my room to the party couldnt have been much more than 200 feet. Bumping into Lizzie first, then Alex, Mikey, Mark, Tony, Dean & Annette.

The venue was a private room that could be described as a lounge. Lots of sofas and memorabila. The staff were bring around Champagne and canape's of Fois Gras, Salmon or minted pea risotto.

After an hour or so and having said all our hello's we were invited through to the private dining room. There were I would say, about 40 guests. The dinner menu was served.

We had all been asked to pre order and having looked at the menu and decided there wasnt really something that I fancied for either starter or main. Game Terrine possibly, but to me it sounded like Monopoly in Jelly and Venison main course. Bambi anyone?

Now having stayed for many weeks at Mal Maison, I know you can get a fabulous steak frites & Soup for £20. I was teasing when I said to Mikey I didnt really fancy any of it but when he said they would let me have steak and soup I thought super. Or should I say Souper?

Of course, everyone was wondering why my meal was different than theirs. Its not easy being a lucky bitch is it?
I was sat next to Annette and Dean. Dinner was marvelous. Starters, Main and coffee then back to the lounge to relax.

By around midnight some of them wanted to going out. But having paid for a room and knowing that I was within staggering distance of my room, I decided not to go and spent a very pleasant evening in the company of old and new friends.

Finally retiring at 3AM I was more than greatful for the extra hour in bed. I made it down to breakfast just before they stopped serving at 11:00AM. Something nice to soak up the drink. Toast, Eggs Benedict and juice. Why is it only the best places serve Eggs Benedict?

Checked out soon after and onto the train and made my way home. Was a lovely party, great to see everyone but I wish I had stayed an extra couple of days. Happy Birthday Alex.