Hello everyone hope that your all well, we have changed our route and are no longer going to Perth we are heading straight up the center to Darwin and at the moment we are in Alice springs just had a night in a backpackers going to have a look around now.

 How did the party Go?

Speak to you all soon.

Hi Ben, It sounds amazing there -you must be really fascinated. The swags sound very comfortable and you'll have no problem with 'family on tour' camping in September other than the cold and probably rain!!

Went to Kingsholm yesterday Glos v Sale. Glos won and we met Jen and Joe there which was lovely. Having a bit of a send off for Ian today and will certainly be missing you!!!

Take care xxxxx 

Hello we are at Ularu now Its absolutly amazing and so big we drove around it this morning. Tonight we are going to see it at sunset and then again in the morning at sunrise to try and get some photos. After that we will be heading to Perth which will take us a few day. The sleeping is going well the swags are very comfortable we just ddrive untill we find somewhere nice roll them out and go to sleep.

Anyway hope that your all well and I will leave another message as soon as possible and hopefuly find out hove to move that flashing thing saying that i am in sydney!

Well done Ben it's good to hear from you as always. It's really quite cold here and hard to imagine that you're in all that heat. Make sure you drink plenty!!!!!

Love from all of us xxxx 

Hello everyone we are well on our way and nearly at Ularu (Ayre's rocK) Itsvery hot here about 40+ most of the time. We have found some greatplaces to stay and some great little pubs. I will leave you all another message in a day or so as the computer is eating my money and so slow.

hope that your all well Ben. 

hello everyone we are just about to leave so I am not sure when I will next leave a message but I will do it as soon as possible.

 

Speak to you  all soon Ben.

Hi Ben - sorry we haven't left any messages lately, still having the broadband problems, but thought I had better send you our best wishes for what sounds like an amazing trip! I can imagine its your sort of thing - all of that sleeping under the stars and adventurous stuff - but what on earth do you need a winch for?  Looking forward already to some photos of your escapades but do take care! Can't believe you had Ben Wheatley staying with you! Heather and I were so excited when we heard from Holly that you were in the same house -  in all of Sydney! I was able to show Heather your photos of the house, it was just an amazing coincidence! I have been to Kinsale for the weekend. Aunie Kath had a severe stroke on Christmas Day and has lost the use of left hand and leg. She is in hospital in Cork and is very frightened about her condition and loss of independence - all very sad. Dan and Ollie very excited about their growing croc - they love all of that sort of thing!  Chris shooting on Thursday and the beaters shoot on Saturday. I think its all gone very well this season - can't believe its nearly all over for another year. You''ll be back for the next one  but in the meantime have a fabulous time! Love from us all XXXXX

Hi Ben, Lovely to see your message. The trip sounds fantastic - can't wait to hear all about it and see some photos.

Have been down to Plymouth today to watch Ian play rugby. It was Gloucestershire v Devon  and quite stressful (and wet) but the boys eventually won 15-14. On the way back we called in to a pub near Bath to hear some of Kev's work-mates' band and still managed to get back here in time for him to get to Badminton. Chris has been doing Ninjitsu with Gerry on Sundays but fortunately there was none today.

Ian is really excited now- he's emptied his building society account to transfer into his NZ account and just has to get his jabs etc sorted now. Then of course there's the small matter of packing......... We're having everyone here next Sunday to give him a bit of a send off - I think it'll be brunch and puddings!!!!

Went to Cardiff University with Ian on Tuesday and have a visit to Reading Uni planned for the end of the month - talk about last minute. There's so much to think about and of course we're planning the Canada trip with your Mum and Dad. Can't wait for the Summer!!

Still missing you loads - this really isn't funny anymore Ben!

Lots of Love from all of usXXXXx 

Hello everybody hope that your all well. Things have been very busy here working at the dive shop and drinking and having fun. I went out spear fishing again the other day but had very little luck! Mike and i have been busy planning our road trip around Oz, we went out shopping on saturday to buy a CB radio winch's and all sorts of boys toys. We will be heading out to Ayres rock first then to western australia then up to the nortern teritory so it will be a megger trip so we are both very excited.

Its also is very exciting with you all with Ian leaving for his travells i am looking forward to see what he gets up to.

Hope that your all well i will leave another message before I leave on tuesday with some photos of the truck all kitted out.

Love you all speak to you all soon.Ben 

Hi Ben, just thought we'd let you know that your parcel has arrived in Oz ! We posted it on thursday 18th and according to the tracking it should be delivered on Tuesday at the latest - good old british royal mail. We all hope your still having a fantastic time, bet you are very glad that you aren't working over here at the moment with all the gale force winds, although our lab in Staunton would be quite grateful if you could sort out some power for them as they've been in the dark for the 3 days ! Let us know when you get your goodies !

Where are you Ben? Are you too busy to put a message? Lots going on here-hopefully Jenny has nearly sorted out a job-but she will tell you all about that. I have been busy with meetings at school etc.Harriet very kindly took Jack shooting on Monday and he had also had a good walk with his girl friends on Sunday-so he is a very lucky dog.

Dad has been to see Nan today and taken her out to lunch because it is her birthday tomorrow-it is also Joannes. I haven't seen Auntie mary since her party but hopefully I will catch up with her soon.

I am very pleased that you are off travelling again shortly. It will be nice to see some more pictures of the country and hear about your adventures. It won't be long until Ian is off. We will be having a leaving do next week.

Take care -lots of love   Mum

Ben we are back on line at home Jo found a problem with your home page and sorted everthing out .your plans for the next few weeks sound like great fun (snakes and spiders) but must be done, take care  from a very very wet Amberley