This post was written by Dale, who entered our Parents’ Writing Competition 2020.
Lockdown never been experienced before, time seems to standstill. Each day feeling the same as the last, so when this is lifted a fantastic Family Day is coming. Where should we go ? I shout out without any response. Come on guys get your thinking caps on lockdown soon be over.
To the park my youngest says, we can go on the swings and slides etc. No No I say let’s have a big family day out we deserve it.
How about PLEASUREWOOD HILLS ? What a fantastic idea we shall experience the rides the thrills, scream at the top of our voices on the rollercoaster, hold tight on the carousel, and get soaked whilst on the log flume ride, Wow that sounds fun my youngest says, Can we see the Sealion show? Yes if course and the other shows too, this will be a special day. We can pack a picnic says the wife, what a great idea. I want ham and tomato shouts my eldest, me cheese and pickle my youngest shouts out, Crisps, Fruit and sausage rolls, mmm tasty I’m thinking, we could even take some burgers and sausages to cook on the BBQ provided for our use, This Day trip is getting better by the minute. All we have to do is wait for the lockdown to lift and pray for sunshine, Visit the supermarket for our picnic goodies and jump in the car. Once we get just outside Lowestoft Suffolk we’re there. Guided to the parking area by a steward, get our wristband and have FUN FUN FUN !! As the rides suit all ages around the park, from the very young to young adults and beyond you just need a strong stomach nerves if steel and white knuckles lol.
We can even get our receipt stamped so we can return at half price on any future visits in the year. So perhaps we can go again .
Suddenly a fly lands on my nose tickling me as it moves, I wake up suddenly not realising where I am, glance round to see my children playing board games on the floor.
What’s for dinner? The eldest shouts out. Shaking my head I realized I was dreaming.