Debbie Guten tag Nicole, I hate to tell you - but it is already October here in Australia ... so not long now until you return. Hope you and Jordy have a wunderbar time in Germany. Look forward to hearing about what you may eat (Black Forest Cake) & drink (beer at the Oktoberfest) whilst in Germany - gotta try the local cuisine :) See you in a couple of weeks, Love, Debbie xxx

Auntie Valerie Hello Nicole, Am glad you are enjoying yourself, and that you are safe and well. Nana has been telling us all about your trip. Enjoy the rest of your trip. Love auntie Valerie

Auntie Valerie Hello Nicole, Am glad you are enjoying yourself, and that you are safe and well. Nana has been telling us all about your trip. Enjoy the rest of your trip. Love auntie Valerie

Great-nana Hello Nicole, Your photo looks beautiful. Hope you are enjoying yourself. We are all having morning tea here - no croissants or French pastries, although your nana has made some beautiful muffins. See you soon. Love great-nana x

Debbie Bonjour Nicole, You've finally made it to Paris! The photo of you is just beautiful, with the Eiffel Tower in the background. You look so happy & healthy. Looks like all the walking (& cycling) you are doing is keeping you trim, taut & terrific. You've certainly got me interested in travelling again - you've been to some wonderful places, and can't wait to see you in person to hear all about it, and to see the photos. This really has been the trip of a lifetime for you, so enjoy the 5 weeks or so remaining. A bientot, Tante Debbie xx

Nana Hi Nic,I have been reading your latest blogs,which are great.Your last day with the girls,we're those boys swimming in tomatoes. How did u walk up 2 3 2 steps,was that to walk off some of those desserts,hope u can make some of those sweets. I would have loved the Gorillas as well they are almost human in there antics. well honey I will close now & will email again before u come home. As Always. Love Nana. Xx

Debbie Hi Nic, The big question is ... to get to the roof of the Duomo, did you pay 5 euro & take the stairs, or did you pay 8 euro to take the elevator? Looking forward to finding out where you are heading next, & to seeing some more spectacular photos. Love the photo of you on the roof, wearing that really lovely, colourful dress. Best still - it looks like it is no-iron! Keep enjoying yourself. Love Debbie xx

Nana Hi Honey,loved all the photos,there certainly is a lot of history over there.U look like u are having a great time ,I can't wait for u to come home so we can hear all your adventures. U look wonderful. As always Love Nana xx

Nana Hi honey love the blog info I googled the monasteries super cool sounds like u are enjoying the food & having a great time As always love nana xx

Debbie Hi Nic, Am loving the blog. Looks like you are having a wonderful time. Italy looked beautiful, and am enjoying your commentary. Love the photo of you in Tuscany - couldn't believe how much you look like your Dad in that photo (obviously more hair, less muscles!) Enjoy France! Take Care, Love Debbie xx