The count down has begun..... I'm already on holidays, Saffron has finished school for the term and we are awaiting Selwin getting home... The bags are packed, Saffron 's activity box is sorted, tablets and phones are charged even the snack box is organised.... The furkids are ready for their holiday at Narni and Grandpa's - where they will be definitively spoilt.... so just to have dinner and an early night and then we are off....

After a very restless doze, I was woken by Selwin as he headed for the shower. The final leg of our trip was about to begin. We left Saffron sleeping for as long as we could and we didn't even bother getting her dressed this time. By 0100hrs, we were on the road heading for home. It was an easy drive and uneventful. We only made 2 stops. The first was at Tailem Bend for fuel, drink and toliet break. This was the first time that Saffron woke since leaving H...

The countdown is nearly over and we are about to embark on our first real family holiday. The car is packed, Selwin's having a snooze, Saffron's watching her TV (last opportunity for 2weeks) and I am slowly getting the finally things together - oh, and doing the ironing. Rock on 0100hrs - our holiday awaits..........