Apologies for the poor quality of today's photos - the contrast between blinding sun and dappled shade is causing problems. 

Below: Mottie (rising fifteen)takes her grandchildren for a shady walk...........

Below: A cool spot for a rest.....

..........before venturing out into the sun..........

..... and settling down to share a bone.

And then they discovered one of the many Beardie dens......

 

 

..... and a good time was had by all!