Mavis and David Hi Alex and Lorna, Glad to hear that you are back home safe and sound. We have enjoyed looking at all you photos and reading about your experiences. It sounds as though you have had the most wonderful holiday. Look forward to seeing you both when you have a spare moment. Love to you both, Mavis and David

[email protected] Hi To You Both Just wanted to say it's great to have you both home safe and sound. The time at the airport waiting for your plane to land was the longest ever. To see your faces again was one of the happiest i can remember. two smiling faces gleaming back at us was a moment to remember forever. We are so glad that you fully enjoyed yourselves away but being selfish we are elated you are back. Now welcome back to the real world of WORKING FOR A LIVING !!!!!!!!! Love you loads Mum, Dad and Jade xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Hannah is also glad your back she could't wait for your plane to land either as she kept texting and phoning while we were waiting xxxxxxx

Sarah Chambers YEAH YOUR HOME xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Carlos Hey, Firstly and most importantly Walker - your hair is horrific!!! Please attend to this matter urgently... Aint got much to say really - work is work, have way too much Union stuff to do, the psycho is still breathing unfortunately, but Aug 22nd should see him charged with Harrassment, which will probably mean i have to go to court... Prem season kicks off next week - Baggies have an easy first game at the Emirates... Pete Batt' is doing a Fantasy League if you are interested..? Have you now left NZ..? My friend who has moved at their posted some very similar photos's on Facebook to the ones you have - spooky. Hope you are well mate - looking forward to seeing you soon - BACK AT WORK..! Ha! All the best - from your mate Carl

Sarah Nicole Hello Ladies and Gentleman, This will be my last message more than likley because I hear you travellers will be home very very soo, whooooo!!!!!!Just finished my ironing why your heiness sits on the sofa watching movies the joys of living togetherLorna i am fake tanning it up for our night out ........Starting my new job tommorow soooo looking forward to it had to buy a new car again nothing special just having another corsa cheap and cheerful!!! Love you guys enjoy your last few weeks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Lorna and Al Hi All, We apologise for the delay in responding to your kind messages. It sounds as though you have all been busy too. We are leaving for Singapore tomorrow morning and we are excited at the new adventure's adhead. Once again thank you for the messages they are much appreciated. See you all soon. Helen and Chris - Only 13 days until a hug, wahoo! It sounds as though you are very busy with decorating, how did you get on with the plumber? Well done mum on going above your weight loss target for before i arrive back, i'm really proud of you. Dad i'm really proud of you to for being able to go back to the club, i know it would've been hard for you. Great talking to you both as it had been 2 weeks since we spoke last time, aahhh! Diane and David - Hey rents, 2 weeks to go until we're back on home soil, looking forward to a home cooked meal and seeing everyone. It was really nice to see the pictures that you left on the blog last time round, it's nice to see you even though we're thousands of miles apart. Glad you had a good trip dad - I'll have a look at all the photos when I get back. Mom, great to speak to you the other day - say hi to everyone for me. Hannah - I have said hello to everyone for you. Jenna keeps on saying 'Your my Godmother's sister', bless her. She would love to see you. Well done on your exam i am really proud of you, the circumstances that you were in to do that would've been really hard. It was lovely to get to talk to you. Dan and Mike - Hey gang, hope you're all well and the little ones are still as gorgeous! I had a surprise call off georgie the other day off Mike's mobile - she answered saying hello....hello...hello!! ha! Can't wait to see your bump Dan. Sarah - The bungy and skydive were crazy, i would definately recommend you to do them; although i know you prefer your feet on the ground. Al's hair has grown loads, mine has too, around 3 inches but it is more noticeable on Al. Juliet - Great to see the message from you. It's sad to hear the news about the pub, i was looking forward to coming in for tipple. Glad to hear that Jack is well too. Adele & Kay - Alright guys, sorry it's been so long since your mesages for my birthday. I had a great time; we went up the Sky Tower for a posh meal which was a nice change from rice and veg!! ha!! How are your better halves?? ha! MacArthur Children - We have now taken you to school a couple of days this week, we hope you enjoyed it. Looks like the pasties are still a scream, we even have blisters to prove the hard work. We are glad you enjoyed watching Kung Fu Panda. The Smiths - Hey guys, we're off to Singapore tomorrow and the forecast is for thunder storms for the whole time we're there - great! ha! Oh well I'm sure it will be cool anyway! Becki - how was the Christening? Laura - where is it that you're working? Congratulations on your degree!! Abigail - New Zealand is gorgeous you'll have to come over when you are older on a holiday. I'm glad you liked the bracelet. The bungy and skydive were crazy but lots of fun. I wasn't nervous about the bungy but i was for the skydive; Al was the opposite. Sarah & Dan - Hi guys, great to hear from you...it's been a long time! Whitehaven was pretty amazing but now I feel like going to the other one to compare!! ha!! I hear from Andy that Mike is no longer in the branch...bet it's quiet!! Louise, Al & Totti - So how was Tuscany then Lou, did you have a god time? Has your sister had the baby yet? Well we hope you all continue with your interest on our travels for 2 more weeks. We look forward to seeing you all again. Lots of Love Lorna and Al

Laura & James Hey there explorers! NZ looks amazing - can't believe how much you're cramming in to your adventures - you'll need to come home for a rest! Everything is cool here we had an awesome time in Mexico did some cool stuff(photos on facebookk if you fancy a nosey) I've started my new job now (its my 4h week already) its really hard work and long hours but I'm really enjoying it. Its nice to have finally finished uni and to earn some proper money for a change. I graduated 3 weeks ago now and got a 2:1 so uni was all workth it in the end. James is good too. Working hard as usual.It feels like our holiday was a lifetime ago. Enjoy while it lasts guys! It sucks coming home! Glad your still finding time to update your blog - it makes for good daydreaming material! Take care and enjoy!!! Love Laura & james x

Dave & Diane Some stunning photos again - Milford Sound is somewhere I`ve always wanted to see, and you were lucky with the weather. Skydiving - what an amazing view! Bungy - crazy! Mirror Lakes, the chasm ... and then the glacier. Guess what I`m doing - painting upstairs, doesn`t quite compare with you! Looks like you are both keeping well. Mike signed for Halesowen Town in the end, as Salisbury were messing him about. Daniele progressing well, and Charlie and Georgie - wonderful. Mum improving. Cricket, we got stuffed by South Africa in the first test. Robbie Kean has signed for Liverpool, Gareth Barry not moved yet. Take care, look after yourselves. Mum and Dad

[email protected] Hi to you both I can have a hug in 24 days time Horrayyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!! Well what can i say, Firstly the photos (and memories you both have) are truly amazing. The new camera seems to suit you Al!! Secondly your nerves are they still intact after your two dare devil activities? I do envy you both walking throu the glacier, that looked really unbelievable. We have been so busy the last few weeks, nearly finished Hannah's bedroom just 2 skirtting boards to do, and dad is getting on with the en-suite. Well as fast as he can ( you know what i mean lorna don't you) Lorna i have sent you another package, enclosed is pressies for the kids, treats for you and Al, and of course Mel's fav. You might like to open it in private thou, as the treats are on the top and you might like to keep some of them for yourselves. Share some of them with the kids as well, this will become more clear when you open it. With the pressies for the kids you can give them when you like, i have put their names on them, but i have only wrapped them in tissue, as it saved on weight. Hope to speak to you soon Take care of each other Love and miss you Mum and Dad xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

lil sis hey guys! how are u?just thought i would let you know i have passed my exam with 15% higher than what i actually needed so well happy!!! cant believe you did a bungy and a skydive i am going to do one but just need to find some time and then get some money.not long til you are home and cant wait as havent seen either of you for ages. love you miss you xxxx

Sarah Nicole hey you guys, Ok it looks like things are getting a little to crazy down under so I think we should all just take a chill pill and calm down. Bungi jumping and sky diving are you mad do you know the risks involved in these kind of sports, oh my god even the height in the pictures freaks me out. Al you have started to look like big foot where is all that hair coming from so funny!!!! Love you both and selfishly again can not wait until you are home xxx

abigail heyyy lorna & al hope u r ok and r enjoying new zealand i am sooo jelous ov u 2 wow i wd lov 2 do what u hav done and many thanks for the letter and the braslet its realy nice i carnt bealive u made it ur self its really good and happy birthday al for the first sorry its abit late lol did u do the bongie just a sky dive?? i would lov 2 do that it sounds fun!! well best go missing u lov abigail xxx

MacArthur children WHERE HAS LORNA & AL EX GONE? come back soon as we need another makeover and Matthew needs another game of footie. Mum & Dad has sold out again at the market! and we got treated to a Posh meal! WOW. Can you sleep in my room (Gerogia) not stinky Matthew's. We all went to watch that Panda film...it was Great, Thank you. Can you take us to school? Love from US xxx

Dave & Diane Great to hear from you again on the phone today (Mon). The photos look great as usual, especially the whales, and NZ certainly looks interesting. Great picture of the whale diving and the mountains in the background. I can sympathise with Lorna for feeling seasick, I was supposed to be going to Scotland sea kayaking around the islands, but a friend/expert suggested that some people can`t cope with the swell - that would be me then! Had a great time in Carcassonne with my French trip, and then a week in North Wales as usual doing outdoor activities - canoeing, kayaking, abseiling, coasteering, camping etc. I will put a couple of photos on the site below again, with some of the twins. http://picasaweb.google.com/dwalker2754 Take care, Mum and Dad

Juliet Rowse Hi Sweeties, Well what can I say: I hate you hahaha, no it looks like you are both having amazing time and I can't wait to hear your stories. Jack doing great growing so fast. We will see you soon Luv Juliet & Jack x