Maggy Burnett Thanks for the wonderful picture you painted of pastures yet unseen by myself and Dom. So pleased you have enjoyed you adventure and we were lucky enough to be part of it. I do understand the pull of family. Initially Xavier had a few unsettled days at Uni but he made a big effort to talk to people and less than two weeks in he has made some good friends and is finding the subjects engaging and is pleased to be challenged. He is doing a lot of study something very foreign to him, but he is really enjoying it. Long may it last. Hopefully he will not be side tracked by a young lady. Raph is enjoying being back at school and is studious as always . My class is lovely and I am vey happy to be back at school. A little boy from Chilli has just started, he only speaks a little English but with translator on the Ipad the children and I are making good progress with him. Have a safe trip home! We do hope you reconsider your decision about a return trip! Love Maggy and the Men in my Lifexxxx

Evelyn Years ago I was in San Diego when they had wild fires raging. The smell and the ash coating EVERYTHING is horrid. So glad you found better accommodations.

Simon Glad you are having a great time. So jealous. Good luck with the rest of the trip

Hilary Getting stuck in the snow in Berlin seems quite tame in comparison!

Shirley Bloomfield You can't say you are having a non-adventurous time although it's not the sort of adventure you or anyone else would want . However I hope you have a good time with your friends

Evelyn Did you have any clue that this trip was going to be such an adventure? Hope the fires stay away.... and the smell isn't overpowering.

Linda & Simon OMG, sounds very scary, all we can say is, it's not Dan's fault, definitely saw him at the weekend xx

Amy McCoy Be well and safe! Your Tucson friends Amy and Jordi are sending hugs!

sarbani The bush fires sound scary and a little too close for comfort... but despite them, seems like you're having a ball. The photos of the scenery on the trek were awesome.... keep enjoying and stay safe x

Emma Words fail me!! It looks absolutely amazing! Just stunning! Looks and sounds like you are having such an incredible trip. Well done on the trek (you're both braver than me!

Emma How frightening!! Keep yourselves safe xxx

Elaine It sounds as though you have been having a great time. This present situation sounds scary, keep safe! Praying!

Shirley Bloomfield Aoh dear, oh dear. So sorry for you and of course the locals. Otherwise you sound to have been having a great time. Envy!! Los of love Snirley and Brian

Evelyn OHMYGOSH!!! Hope the fires burn themselves out SOON!!!! HUGS.

Hilary Oh no! Stay safe.