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<\/p>\nToday we had a much appreciated lie in, and an endless supply of toast, which was even more appreciated. We also got to play with the dogs before breakfast. Needless say it was a great morning.<\/p>\n
After getting a taxi to Central Plaza, which Aum had called for us, we met up with Eleanor in Mcdonalds and explored Central Plaza a bit. We found an accessories shop with multitudes of cute hair clips, purses and jewellery. Eilidh and Kate got really excited when they found some hair ribbon to use. They bought a navvy ribbon each. I was tempted but wanted a brighter colour. Although after seeing it in their hair I\u2019m tempted to just go for black so I can join in too. We then went and bought snacks and whilst filling our baskets said goodbye to Eleanor. She had to catch a bus back to her school as the last one was at 4.30.<\/p>\n
We had planned to stay for dinner in Central Plaza as a weekend treat. Eventually we decided on The Pizza Company after Kate had mentioned pizza about a thousand times, although we did check there was something for Eilidh because she doesn\u2019t like cheese. I know. It\u2019s weird. I shared a pitcher of Pepsi with Hannah and chose the pan pizza with the most toppings \u2013 I wasn\u2019t making light of this opportunity. I only managed half of it but knew that it would make a great addition to Netflix later that evening.<\/p>\n
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We then called Aum to tell a taxi driver where the school is. As much as I know we need to do things without Aum, it\u2019s only the first weekend by ourselves!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Today we had a much appreciated lie in, and an endless supply of toast, which was even more appreciated. We also got to play with the dogs before breakfast. 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