Well it's only one day until we depart and we are making the final preparations. Tony has managed to pack everything into his backpack with only two attempts and his bag is considerably smaller than mine! I have also managed to pack in two attempts but I have a horrible feeling everything will be out and all over the floor at least once more before we leave on Friday morning.

I have been horrified by how little I can get into my bag and would like to apologise in advance if I am wearing the same clothes in all of the pictures we upload. It has been difficult to limit the amount of shoes to just two pairs in the bag and one on the feet. This may not seem too bad, but considering I took about 7 pairs for our last two week holiday, 3 pairs for a whole year is amazing!

Since we have left work we have had a very hectic three weeks and I never thought that I would say it but it makes being at work seem relaxing. However, we have enjoyed every moment and have especially liked the opportunity to vist as many of our friends and family as possible. We have uploaded a few pictures for you before we leave.

We would also like to thank everyone for their support, gifts and general help to get us on our way.

A big thank you to both of our parents for all your help before we go and whilst we are away, without you we would not be able to embark on our excellent adventure and we will miss you more than we can describe.

We hope that you will keep us up to date with all that is going on and would like to receive regular updates including pictures.

Take Care everyone and we look forward to seeing you in August 2008.

Love from

Ali & Tony xx