had an update from mum hope you fill better very soon xxxxx

Hi, I hope your trip back down the country is going well & you're getting to see a few new places. It would be great if you were able to call Mum (Barb) & have a chat to her about when you'll be arriving and where the bus will drop you off etc. My sister Amy is also at home at the moment & Lucy and Simon (my other sister & her husband) are also around quite a lot as Simon works on the farm most days & they sometimes stay at the farm. Mum's phone number is 03 4452 861. Mike has probably filled you in on the vineyard job - you can start from the 7 Feb (the 6th is a public holiday) and work through until you leave. If you could call Mum today (Sunday NZ time) that would be ideal but I appreciate that could be difficult with your travel plans. Alternatively, if you send me a text I can get a message to her. C

So great to see you on Skype yesterday - looking tanned (burnt?) and relaxed! As the exam season looms ahead, Tom and Rachel are very jealous of your carefree existence! Stay safe and hope Charlie has a good flight back and you are looking forward to the next stage of the adventure. xx

I think you must have a strong stomach...I'd be sick after all that food and bungy jumping. Have fun!

Just seen the photos of the skydive - hats off to the two of you for doing such an incredible thing. Life will seem very tame for the two of you from now on - I don't know how you would top that experience and hope you never find anything that does!!

What a fantastic time u r having. So interesting to read yr blogs. Keep enjoying and keeping safe. Impressed on the washing front! x

Looks like your having a great time! The swing looked awesome, do you think it will fit in our garden??? Isabel (Anderson)

FIFA? x

Just read most recent blog - the drinks vouchers sound good although getting burnt is not such a wise idea. Don't forget that Antipodeans have skin problems- we wouldn't want you to ruin what is left of your looks. Cate and I are talking about options for your work bit..Dad

Ahh home sweet home! It's a pretty cool place isn't it. Great photos & blog. Enjoy the drive to Chch. About 1.5 hours in (on a bus) you will go through a tiny place called Tarras. That's where I'm from. Our farm is about 10 mins further up the road, mostly on the left of the road. I hope the sun is shining so you get to see Mt Cook & The Lord of the Rings mountains in all their glory.

Frightening fall. Enjoy all your experiences. xx

Great blog and awesome photos and video. Queenstown will be a hard act to follow but looking forward to hearing what you get up to in Christchurch. Stay safe. xx