So, a few weeks earlier than I led everyone to believe I popped up in Guernsey. All organised with Tom, we thought it would be a nice surprise for family and friends and it gave us a good chance to deviously plan. I arranged to fly in 20 minutes before he arrived and met him in the baggage hall. Mum came up to the airport and I walked out behind Tom! Hiya! She was shocked and stood and stared before jumping up and down squealing. She was onto me though and though...

Arrived safe and sound at Amy's, very grateful for her coming to pick me up from Gatwick even if she did miss the pick up point and end up in a car park on the floor above :). After a small complication of getting stuck at the exit barrier we were away. Today there were a few more goodbyes for Amy, a few last minute bits and bobs were purchased in a little bit of a mad panic and I was treated to a very scrummy lunch! I've bought an International SIM card but lat...

Today marks my last day in Guernsey before I head off to the UK and stop at Amy's for a few nights. I really will miss my amazing family and friends, Boo, Toffski and Charlie, the start of the basketball season and of course this little rock that is home, along with my comfy bed and our hot power shower! My bed has felt more and more comfortable each morning this week as the prospect of camping in Africa has been advancing quickly- looking forward to some nights ...