\mum and Harriet called in, Harriet non her way to a politics course at the University.We hrae you are in Wanaka. This is our very favourite place. We always stayed at the Fairgrays 'A'Frame on the shore of the lake towards the outlet.Glad it is all going so well Lots of love G&G

Hello again, as Harriet has informed you, we are back. Had a lovely time and was nice to return to a sunny Newcastle airport for the first time ever. We're having a BBQ with Phil and Nee tonight and then Thos and I are off to Lewis tomorrow. How's the Kiwi Ex going? Know what you mean about them doing everything for you but we just started ignoring it and doing whatever/staying wherever we fancied but then using it when we were feeling lazy. Most of the stuff they can book for you is pretty good though. Have you been skiing? Speak soon x x x x

Thank you for the post cards. I (Bill) liked the picture of Nemo and the donkeys were classic (they looked a bit like our dad). Harry fancies a hammock - wd be handy at the mo as there is more chance of being able to sleep in the garden than indoors cos its sooo hot. We are seeing grandad and your mum this afternoon - we were gonna go there for a picnic but a raving thunderstorm has just put paid to that so they are coming here as your house is off limits as work on the conservatory is about to start so we assume grandads legendary piles of paper are now cramping the style of the rest of the house. lol your loving (but lively) niece/nephews.

Finally having passed my driving test, the heat here is making the roads melt! I am not impressed. Hope you're having a lovely time- isn't the Franz Josef glacier where we were before? You should check in on Bill and Basil: see if they ever finished the massive jigsaw puzzle. xx Josie

teehee i use monicas name in vain as its just me! just to let u no we're back in scummy britain where its HOT! WHY!!!!!! i want cool now! (was sick on boat due to evil heat/swell) we're going to get rid of a weeks worth of dirt using all the testers we can find in mums room while (whilst???) watching a certain mr depp. chocolat or the pirates extras, thats the q. glad to hear u got ur priorities rite and went to see the latest one! have LOTS and LOTS of fun cos 1 day ul get boring and old ( ooh but u may not, as there was this really cool couple in their 70s on the flotilla who were class!) lots of love h (iv got a cist in my eye btw, its minging)

Hullo Cat, Charlie & Lizzy! Hope all is well with you and that you've finally adjusted sleep patterns etc ;o). Looks like you've been having a fab time, although you are missing out on the 'heat wave' weather conditions here!! I'm finally back in Wales now, with slow internet connection et al. Off 'up north' next week for Danny's big day. Thanks for the postcard Cat - I got it finally when I got home and cleared all the rubbish that had built up on my desk. I forgot to say last time we spoke, that I managed to get hold of several copies of the bumps posters with you on - so I mailed them to you and they should be waiting for you when you get back. Speak soon, Tris x

Hey Cathers and friends!
I finally got a look at ur website, its great, lovin the pics! i hope you guys are enjoying your travels! I've been busy busy busy working, but hey, its money, so i canny compain!
I look fwd to your return Catherine, tho you probably are not! hehe It'll b rushed, but I gotta, I HAVE GOT TO, see you before you go off again for the year!
So be good you three, continue to have fun, and I'll post again soon when i can!
BYE!
Love always, Tracy xxxxx :)

Fingers crossed to get to meet Dan when u return to Christchurch.I love the web sight and all ur photos are brill. I want to get on the plane now!!Enjoy and have fun .Rhian and Mum are breaking up tomorrow so we are having a bash at the club on Sunday before R .goes to South Africa.Lots of love and take care-love Maggie.xxx

Good to c u r having a great time. Snow would be a bit good over here - was 36C in London y'day!! The kids & Lisa are all well & getting some sleep even tho Lucy using the heat as handy excuse to go to bed v.late. Quel surprise. Sorry haven't been in touch sooner. Mislaid the website address. Lol Martin xxxx

Hi just back from New York with Ruth, Catherine and Sarah looked after Millie who does not seem to have noticed my absence. She is fast becoming a bit of a madam, took her to the "field" at the bottom of the road to get some exercise playing fetch but it was raining so she picked up baby bird (big bird died) and trotted off home. She loves swimming but the Kelvin stinks as there hasn't been much rain so I'm not overly enthusiastic. Monica gave her a hair cut whilst I fed her gravy bone (she refused to let the professionals do it) she looks a bit ragged but is much cooler so who cares.
The architect is coming to look at converting the basement today so 4 years after your hard work clearing it/ watching the test match I might get another spare bedroom or 2 and a dog dungeon!
love Ali

Give our love to N.Z. Wehave been having dire reports about the ghastly weather in the South Island.Lots of snow I think.Saw Hugh yesterday he is pretty uncomfortable in his large neck brace in the very hot weather. No word from the sailors. I left a message on Mum,s phone but not sure if she has got it. We are very busy picking fruit, making jam and freezing lots for when you come home. Lots of love G&G