Mr. and Mrs. Boots were looking forward to a little river trip  but, after reading the sign they got cold feet, and their indecisiveness meant that they missed the boat.
I've no idea why these had been left, and they were still there in the rain, a couple of hours later. 

With sadness, I can no longer say "many thanks to Admirer for hosting Silly Saturday." Willemien was always kind and supportive. 

Thanks, 60Plus.