I had a couple of days on the Gold Coast before having to head down to Melbourne for just under a week so aiming to make the most of it I squeezed in a couple of catch ups with some friends who go way back to primary and high school respectively.

I’ve known Nance since I was 13 (Grade 8) and Nic for even longer from when we were both 9 (Grade 4) and as it is with good friends – even though many years may pass since you’ve last seen each other, its like you’ve never really been apart. Nic I’ve kept in touch with on and off over the years but I lost touch with Nance when I came to London – not for want of trying but she has only recently discovered technology, emails and facebook! Ha ha!

It was great to see them both that’s for sure.

I had afternoon tea with Nic so she had her brood (all totally beautiful and charming – just like their Mum!) with her. Great to meet the latest addition to the family and it was also great to see Nic’s Mum – all us kids loved her when we were growing up – and it was so nice to see her so happy! I missed out on seeing Nic’s husband though as he had to fly off somewhere for work 🙁 But not to worry – Nic and her family are planning a trip to the UK in the next few months so I’m aiming to catch up with them all again then.

This first part of my trip has been a little baby/toddler oriented come to think of it. I caught up with some family friends of ours and both at Twin Towns (something they do most Saturday nights) and at a barbecue held at one of their houses (thanks Rose!) we were surrounded by the little ones. That’s the stage of life everyone’s life is at I guess!