A quickie message
We caught the flight this morning from Washington (got up at 4.30am after going to bed about 1.00am) and have not long arrived in San Francisco. Just been a quick walk about around Fishermans Wharf and had lunch. Burgers too big to eat and milk shakes too large to drink (I am not going on the scales for a long time) The time difference is now 8 hours behind and we are beginning to tire so were are heading to our room for a rest

speak to you all soon

ps
a massive thank you to all our american relatives; Rita & Bernie, Gary & Janet, Karen & Kevin, Stan & Elsa. You all made us feel very welcome and you really made our trip special, your kindness was something we shall never forget. Jodan and Ryan had a fantastic time with all their american cousins and cannot wait to see you all again (including Bosco, Bailey and Goldie) They are saying the last 2 weeks spent with their cousins is the best holiay they have ever had. Infact they are now planning careers in Ice Hockey and Baseball so USA watch out!
Finally, You are all invited to England to stop with us at any time.
Again many many thanks and we look forward to seeing you all soon
Lots of love
Richard, Tracy, Jordan and Ryan

Hi everyone
This is Nanny Val, John, Pat and Bob at Pat and Bobs house. We are looking at the great pictures of you all and you all look very well. Look forward to seeing some more. Stan rang me today and said the dog adores Ryan. Simba had better watch out. We all send our love.The football is so exciting - are you able to watch it.

Hi everyone at Croft, great to hear from you all .Yes Kay ,Empire State was fantastic and we went on a jet boat tour of harbour which was brilliant and those yellow taxi drivers make Richards driving seem tame even Jordy put his seat belt on.Hope everyone is well give my love to Reception and Yasmin.Love it here cause I actually get to write to you all as Rich usually steals the keyboard in internet cafe because he types faster.Steph I hope you're using that popper stopper still and American men come no-where near your Dave !Chris hope you are feeling better all my love to everyone see you soon Trace

Woops pressed the return key too soon on the last one! Well Ryan Simba IS still alive but missing you loads! Watching the England match, England winning 4-2 & 9 mins to go! Will play portugal on Thurs quarter final !!! Nan says you all looking very well and also missing you loads!!! The photos are great - looks like your really having a great time. All well here at home - Enjoy yourselves!!
Lots of love Nan, Ian, Rach, Harv, Oz & Simba xxxxx

Did you go up the empire state that was one of my favourites and central station but it was all great. You seem to have been to a lot of places you must feel in a wizz. Were has been the best so far? Happy travelling

Hi everyone,
Spent day in Baltimore, beautiful city and weather very sunny and hot.
Had a tour of a 2nd world war submarine that is docked in the Harbour.Trace got clostraphobic but survived.
Also walked around coast guard ship and took loads more photo's.
Kids brought me a map of usa for fathers day present and t-shirt saying "husband for sale" not sure what they are trying to tell me but ....

speak to you soon

Hi we're having loads of fun. Everyones got dogs which im having fun with. But im missing simba who i hope is still alive !!!NAN!!!! Bye have a nice time at work HA HA

Hi In Baltimore with Elsa, Stan, Ben and Sarah ,Hospitality fantastic everyone makes us so welcome.Kids attatched to playstation but plan to visit Washington tomorrow and prepare to fly out on Wednesday for San Fran to get the car empty and the bags packed will be a major achievement.Everyone in America is so friendly you ask for things and they ask you to to repeat what you said so they can listen to your accent -how about that they like the way I sound.When you ask for directions if they don't know they ask around one lady yesterday rang her friend and rich spoke to her friend on the phone.Paula great to hear from you all the best for your big move! we will have to get Raymond organised for new trip to Mexico.Liz RSVP thanks for the invite can't wait !Happy Birthday Sarah hope everything ok !Love you all xxx

Hi. Sounds like you're having a great time. Missed you last night but we had a drink for you.
Congratulations on the new job. Take care and have fun.

Dear Rich,Tracy,Jordan,Ryan
Keep the news comingin,we look forward to hearing fom you.What a great time & hospitality you are having.
News from home,I bet you know England won 3-0 against Switzerland in the European Championship.Also we went to London on Megabus."Terrific"
Love to all
xxxx

Wow. Very envious of pics. Looks fantastic. Make the most of it you'll be back to boring normality soon enough.

The picture of Jo and RY in settlement looks more like Kevin and Perry havin it large. (wonder which 1 is which?)

Trace could you send me fax number the one you gave aint working?

Have fun.