Our last night with Harriet and Dom passed and we left early after a quick last minute visit with Eliza’s Aunt and Uncle. We had had such a nice time with all of them and Eliza got a bit teary after we got on the road. We really hope they all come out to Australia soon. We headed to Chichester and passed the hospital where I was born. The ancient city walls and huge cathedral were fascinating enough to cheer us up and I was especially looking forward to the next stop – seeing my Dad’s side of the family. My Auntie Di made us a lovely lunch which we had in the garden while enjoying the scorching weather. My cousins, Summer, Matt, Isaac, Harrison and Olivia have all grown so much. Auntie Jo and Nan were also happy to see us and share a glass of Aussie wine while we caught up.
From there we continued our long trip through the southern English countryside. It is so hot and green, with fields of wheat, barley and masses of elderflower. We really enjoyed it until we got caught in traffic just down the road from our next destination, my grandfather’s house. When we finally got there it was a relief to get out of the car and be welcomed with a cold beer. It was great to catch up with Ed, my Uncle Rob and Sandy, Grandpa and Jo and Laurent. After dinner on the terrace and lots more beer and wine we stayed the night with Grandpa’s dear friends, Nic and Bea, who live in an amazing 350 year old thatched cottage and made us feel very welcome.
I was really sorry to see you go too guys - we absolutely loved having you to stay!!! I reckon a trip to Aus is definitely on the cards in the next year or so!! Wishing you a very safe and exciting adventure on the rest of your travels - cant wait to read all about it. Love H xx
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