We will be there in spirit too...!
Oh, seeing this thread brought tears in my eyes. Of course, my operation and recovery are the most important now; but it still hurts that we had to cancel the whole trip .
I hope I will be able to make a few day-trips to the sea (is 1 hour driving). It isn't much; but it's better than nothing!

Have fun at the barbecue! I expect to smell the barbecued chicken and corn-on-the-cob from here, Gini