A great day for it

The husband went into the office pretty early and the eldest was quite vocal that he wasn't too happy with the whole thing.  

I took the boys to the local hunt to see the meet and watch the hounds and horses go off.  The youngest took it all in his stride (as he does with most things), the eldest was in heaven with all the horses and dogs - he just loved it.  Even when one of the hounds got a bit friendly and inquisitive he was just fine.  There were tears when we left, and when we got home - and when we finally got in the house he asked to go straight to bed, much needed.  Meanwhile, I think there were some horses and riders having a wonderful day out on a beautiful autumnal day.