We were all having fun. The theme of the party was serious; its nature definitely not! Bottles galore of outstanding wine as social lubricant, spirits were high, although not on tap.
UK's EU referendum was the hook for the Neverendum Party, masking a significant birthday for me. With my party leader's speech delivered and heckled, adapted 'Hokey Cokey' sung loud enough to wake the dead, time for the secret ballot.
The surprise result: Stay In 23; Get Out 3; Shake it all about 4.
Disgruntled Mike then delivered a solemn warning for us, our kids and grandkids. We'd been cursed!