I finished work at the end of July, to give myself time for a holiday as I didn't take one at the end of last year, but also to get everything done that needs to be done! So, I've been busy socialising with family & friends, as well as plodding through my to-do list. I've even managed to fit in 2 trips to the bach! Dad & I had planned to go tramping in the Lewis Pass, but the weather was scruffy so we decided to go over the hill and relax at Roa. Well, I relaxed, but dad found a problem with the turbine, which he had to fix. (The turbine charges the batteries to give us lights.) But I supported him in that role by making cups of tea at the appropriate intervals. As you can see, apart from that I did a whole lot of not much!!
I had a bit of fun with Rebecca, my 13 year old niece too. Check out the gorgeous photos of us. Reckon they’ll have to come out at her 21st. I’ve also taken Jonathan (aged 11) to the pool for his hydrotherapy. He really enjoys the water, & it’s so good to see him relaxed and having fun. Dad, my aunty Bobbie, brother Ben and his family all went to Amberley Beach for a BBQ on Sunday. Wonderful weather, good food, & another memory I’ll treasure in times to come.
The time (according to Mr Wolfie) is 13 DAYS TIL TAKE OFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m so stoked! It’s been absolutely amazing, & a bit stressful, to see how everything has come together. I’ve been really encouraged by everyone’s support & good wishes; it’s great. So, in a couple of weeks time, I’ll be surrounded by the French Alps! I’m really looking forward to studying French, and getting to know some of the locals. I'll keep you posted on the important stuff, like can I really eat a snail? and how many croissants can I eat for breakfast??
