Our last few days before we fly out to Sydney are being spent in the company of Rich and Fi who have kindly allowed us to stay for 4 nights.

This morning I was able to convince Rich to join me for a 7am run around Oxford.

The rest of the morning was spent sorting out our suitcases and the change from winter to summer clothing!

We then had an enjoyable walk into Oxford, buying a few last minute items before our travels, and the all important US dollars in the event that visa/Amex can’t get us out of trouble!

Tonight Rich and Fi kindly organised a curry evening with a group of our friends. It was a great evening, excellent food and good company. Plus the opportunity to compare stories of our kids Uni lives to date!

The excitement of our impending trip is now increasing, but it’s still hard saying goodbye to friends who we won’t know see for a year or so.