Mum Hi baby girl, it is a small world afterall. It's amazing who you bump into when overseas. Hope you enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of San Sebastian and hope Cyd is now well and enjoying her birthday. I have been enjoying the photos that were posted on facebook by you and others. It looks like you had the best time in Greece, island hopping in the sun. I have been working hard cleaning and renovating GP and it is starting to look really good. The carpet is being laid as I type. Got a quote from Bunnings - it took him three weeks to visit the house, then he informs me it will take another 5 weeks before installation - 8 weeks all up so dad called Darrel and within three days I have the right carpet without hassle - we love Darrel. We are really looking forward to seeing you next week. The weather here is just glorious so Dad and I will be spending about 4 days in Werri. We still have some work to do so Ziggy will spend Monday and Tuesday at the beach house. Won't rattle on too much about domestics so will sign off now and enjoy your last few days in Spain. Love mummy xx

Dad Hey Youngann, Madrid sounds like a bit of a bummer so I will avoid this if ever I get to Spain. You are in a much nicer place now and I hope that Cyd and yourself have a great time in San Sebastian. Can you send Cyd my best for her birthday tomorrow. Fingers crossed, you can both enjoy the day spa and have a nice dinner and a few drinks at the end of the day. Not too long now before you head back home. We have all missed you very much and although it may be sad when you leave Europe at least you know there is plenty of good things back in Sydney. The weather is warming up to with 26 degrees and sunny today. Talk soon and lots of love - LOL, Dad

Mum Sweet Annie, you are a trooper and you seem to be a well seasoned traveller...well done. Glad to see you are enjoying Spain. I must say, your friend Sarah is a funny girl, I have been reading her posts on facebood and she has a great wit and a very dry sense of humour. Hang out with Sarah and Pete and you are sure to have a good time. We are keeping your bed warm for you. The renovation is taking longer than expected but we hope to be back into our bedroom in the next two weeks. Souths won 18-6 and as dad says, always dominant! Did you get your upgrade? Love Mum xxxxx

Dad Hang in there Youngann,' I am really pressed for time this minute - about to board a flight to Sydney from Singapore. I have only been away for a week but really looking forward to getting back home. Enjoy Spain and relax before the flight home. We play Newcastle in the last game of the regular season tomorrow and I will try to send you the result. LOL or = lots of love, Dad

mum John, you really should call it a day with your bad jokes...you don't want to end up like the old geezer at the London Hostel! Boom boom! Annie, it's great to hear you enjoyed London, it is a great city to visit as there is so much history and excitement. Hope your reunion with Cid in Spain goes well. Love you and miss you, Mum xx

Annie Your dad jokes get worse as you get older! Haha. Always entertaining though! I sent you an email not too long ago xx

Dad Always a great read Youngann, I was concerned with your reference to Picadilly and the monopoly board - thank goodness you did not get off at the "go directly to gaol" station. Indian food is fantastic in London - in fact they have a great selection from around the globe with a huge influx of immigrents. Maybe thats why all the poms end up in Australia but most stay in Perth. You are excited to see Cidney and so am I - back home on Friday. Remember the Spanish guy Juan Antonio Samaranch who announced "the winner is sid - e-knee". Things are working out well for you, as they should, and so long as you are safe and healthy the rest will look after itself. Take care and we'll catch up very soos, Dad

Mum Hi Annie Cannot wait to hear of your London excursion. Love Mum

Dad All sounds good to me Youngann! Like I said in my earlier email - there is soooo much to do in london. See what you can but don't waste hours in lines waiting to see whatever. The Indian and Pakistani food should be really authentic in London however I will not expand on that comment! Be careful with potential grubs as they do prey on tourists in London - no jewells or even a hand bag. Talk soon and LOL, Dad

Liz Bridgewater Hi Annie, Boy, sounds like hard work all this travelling and drinking, more drinking, a bit of travelling and yet again more drinking! But I'm sure you're up to it. You seem to have met some nice people you get along with and go out with so that's good. You can all watch one another's back. Keep enjoying yourself (as if I need to tell you that), but stay happy and careful. Love from Aunty Liz & Uncle Dave

Dad Great stuff Youngann, Photos look great - best ones are you on the boat and you in front of the big church. I don't go too much on scenary unless you are in the photo then I am interested. London airport sounds fantastic and you are now all checked into your hostel. Hopefully it is clean and in a good position. Heaps to do in London - wish I was there with you. All good here and the days are warming up. Mum is doing a great job on the house and I think you will really like it. Mitch is working well and his knee seems to be improving by the day. Have fun, relax, explore and enjoy. See you soon. Love, Dad

Dad Glad to know that Joey was not able to be with you - he would have been wasted after the first bar! Soooo many shots to drink for a free singlet but hey better than wearing a helmet and being bashed over the head with a bar stool. They do seem to have a strange type of culture in Greece but when in Rome (or Ios) go with the flow. Hopefully you will have some recovery time before your next major challenge - space cookies in Amsterdam! My goodness it sounds tough and I hope that you don't push yourself too hard. Enjoy, have fun, explore and relax. We will be here waiting for you when you return. Love, Dad

Mum Well baby girl, one leg of your trip is now over. Hope the next part is just as much fun and you meet a lot of friendly people and see a lot of great places. Glad you are still in one piece after all that partying. Take care and be a smart traveller...think on your feet. Love mum xxx

Katrina Hope you're having plenty of fun!! I'm sure you got a good tan from Greece but you're gonna have such a good time in England and Spain! xox