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| 30th April 2009 Twich | Stretched ears rock - From: The Long Necked Karen Tribe and The Holey Ear Lobe Tribe! by Helena "They think this looks attractive!". So do I. I think her ears look awesome, especially with the eyelets in. I am currently stretching my lobes out. I don't know if I would go as big as her though. I do like the dangly earrings under the eyelet. I may have to try that once my lobes get bigger. |
| 6th April 2009 bleep | - From: The Long Necked Karen Tribe and The Holey Ear Lobe Tribe! by Helena we cant say whats gross and wats unatractive coz thats wats beauty to them. our idea of beauty isnt really healthy either wen u think of the diet pills and botox. who knws maybe getting nose jobs, various implants and our faces pulled back, is "gross" to them |
| 16th March 2009 Calle | Adopt me! haha - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) Well I randomly stumbled upon this page after searching women from Burma and I must say this looks like one of the most interesting family i've ever seen! I wish I knew how you were all able to travel the world...TWICE!! What an amazing experience that must be to share with your family. I am only 21 but I travel on my own because I too hope to travel the world. I just can't imagine what it would be like to do everything you guys did. I think it's wonderful your children will grow up with such knowledge of different cultures and countries! |
| 19th November 2008 kj | assumptions - From: The Long Necked Karen Tribe and The Holey Ear Lobe Tribe! by Helena the neck is not made weak by this practice, which is voluntary and is no more under threat of being banned than high heels :) |
| 20th October 2008 jyjgfsdcseeht | nhgkjzgknbhzf - From: The Long Necked Karen Tribe and The Holey Ear Lobe Tribe! by Helena wow that is gross! |
| 7th September 2008 Jodi the Tasmanian! | Glad you enjoyed your stay! - From: Tantalising TASMANIA “ A Five Day Adventure “ by James Hi there! My name is Jodi and I LIVE in Tasmania... I am so glad you enjoyed your stay in Tasmania! I was Googling some images of Tassie Devils and read your travel-blog. I am so glad you got to meet our native terrors... erm that is the Wombat... in its native habitat! The Devil population is slowly but surely decreasing in the wild due mainly to the Devil Facial Tumor Disease (DFTD) and Devils being hit by cars while they are cleaning up the road kill. There are now several dedicated facilities for maintaining a stable population of disease free Devils. Just wanted to let you know that I find it Wonderful when I see good news from travelers who have been to see my Home State. Jodi |
| 6th September 2008 TheEversonFamily | Thanks Dave - From: Mont Blanc..beaten by the weather Hi Dave, Fran and co. Hope you are all well. Just got back home. I had a great time and took about 600 photos...you can't fail to get great pics because it was so fantastic. I'll bore you with the pics and some scary interesting stories next time we get together. Best wishes...James |
| 6th September 2008 TheEversonFamily | Please send your donation direct to.... - From: Mont Blanc..beaten by the weather www.lifestartfoundation.org.au where you can pay via paypal Thanks Michelle and Kev. I'm now looking for a new challenge!! Hope you are both well xx Love James and Co |
| 6th September 2008 dave | amazing - From: Mont Blanc..beaten by the weather Amazing photos James and well done on getting as far as you did! The frustrations with the weather will make it all the more satisfying when you get to the top next year! Best wishes Dave |
| 4th September 2008 Michelle Cavanagh | Sponsorship details - From: Mont Blanc..beaten by the weather Welcome back James! What an adventure - it looks really beautiful. Trust you didn't get frostbite!! Is electronic transfer the best way to send money from Australia? Do I get the BSB & Account number from the Lifestart webpage? I need a reminder please. Lots of love to you, Rachel, Jake, Helena & Sam. M & K xxx |
| 4th September 2008 Kathryn | Fantastic Photos - From: Mont Blanc..beaten by the weather The Manning Family await your next trip - whatever that is!!! |
| 30th August 2008 TheEversonFamily | Thankyou x - From: Birdman on Mont Blanc? I'll let you know how I've got on after next Thursday ... Best wishes |
| 30th August 2008 TheEversonFamily | Thankyou...due to ascend next Thursday - From: Birdman on Mont Blanc? I'm ready and fit x |
| 30th August 2008 TheEversonFamily | Thankyou - From: Birdman on Mont Blanc? Due to go to summit Thursday next...will let you know result. |
| 30th August 2008 TheEversonFamily | Thankyou Kathryn - From: Birdman on Mont Blanc? I'll let you know how I get on x |
| 26th August 2008 Kathryn | Goodness whatever next! - From: Birdman on Mont Blanc? Good luck James and be careful. Put the Manning family down for a donation. xxxx I'm sure a sponsored swim would have been much easier. |
| 25th August 2008 Michelle and Andy | Safe Climbing - From: Birdman on Mont Blanc? Hi James, Wishing you a safe and exciting climb and we will donate £20 towards lifestart foundation. take care and keep safe. Regards Michelle and Andy |
| 24th August 2008 Roxanne Assinder | Is there insanity in his family ? - From: Birdman on Mont Blanc? I suppose a quiet holiday was never going to be a reality. Put the Assinder family down for a donation. Please be careful ! Love to Jake, Helena and Sam. Regards, Mrs A. Mott, Doodle and Murphy. |
| 24th August 2008 michelleandkev | Sponsoring the Birdman! - From: Birdman on Mont Blanc? Alright then - put me down for an offering!! M xx |
| 2nd June 2008 3H | WE MISS YOU - From: Thank- you from Sam on Gold Coast! Dear Sam. It sounds like you had a fantastic time at Movieworld. We miss you so much. Come back and visit us soon! 3H |
| 1st June 2008 Michelle Cavanagh | Birthday celebrations - From: Thank- you from Sam on Gold Coast! Glad you enjoyed your birthday - it looks a lot of fun!! Kev & I are looking forward to catching up with you later this month. M xxxx |
| 1st June 2008 EMMA | Great photos x - From: Thank- you from Sam on Gold Coast! Looks like you had a fantastic birthday Sam, I wish I could have been there to go on the scooby doo ride with you x see you soon. love Emma, Paul and Daniel xx |
| 29th May 2008 Sarah Noonan | Happy Birthday Sam!! - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Dear Sam I hope you have a very happy birthday!!! From Sarah N |
| 28th May 2008 Emma | Happy birthday xx - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Happy 8th Birthday Sam. Hope you have a fantastic day!! Looking forward to seeing you when you come home, I think Daniel would like to come over and play on the trampoline again xx See you soon, lots of love- Emma, Paul and Daniel xxxxxx |
| 27th May 2008 john/june | happy birthday sam - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! heres wishing you all the best on your birthday take care ive been following your adventures and the photos are fantastic john/june |
| 27th May 2008 harry | Happy 8th Birthday Sam - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Happy 8th Birthday Sam. I will miss you a lot! I'm glad l made friends with you. Our trip to 'Game On' and the sleepover was awesome. Enjoy your birthday in Queensland and l hope to visit you in England, when l'm next there. FROM HARRYXXXXXXX (....and Alice too.xxx) |
| 26th May 2008 Judith | HAPPY BITHDAY SAM. - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Happy Birthday Sam. Have a wonderful 8th birthday... Love Judith xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx & hugs |
| 26th May 2008 michelleandkev | Happy Birthday Sam!!! - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Hope you have a great day!! We are thinking of you as we blog our way towards you!! Grace will be 4 on 30 May so your birthdays are very close. Lots and lots of love. Michelle & Kevin xxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 25th May 2008 Mrs A. | Belated Birthday. - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Yes your friends in Twycross celebrated your birthday by winning a choir competition in Nuneaton. Mrs Mead and Mrs Wortley were very proud of them. I was too but I felt too nervous to enjoy it. I am sure you did something exciting with everyone, hope to see the photographs. Love Mrs A.xxx |
| 25th May 2008 TheEversonFamily | Happy birthday bro - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! sam happy birthday have a great day! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!8 today from helena........ |
| 25th May 2008 Luke Williams | Hi surf dude - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! When we came back from the festival it was like Man Utd bringing the cup home from Moscow. Its raining here hope the weather is better in Melbourne. I hope the weather gets better as i am going to tennis camp this week. Must go now as i am going to see Indiana Jones at the cinema. Have a great week! |
| 23rd May 2008 dave | Happy Birthday - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Hi Sam HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Hope you have a brilliant day. Lots of love and best wishes from Dave, Fran, Hannah and Matty |
| 23rd May 2008 Xander Cameron | HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAM ! - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Hi Sam ... Hope you have a good birthday and you get to do something cool ... Today is Friday 23 May and the whole 4th year at the Hollies went to the Nuneaton and Bedworth Singing Festival.. my Mum came to watch me and we won first prize and we took a massive silver trophy back to school. The songs we sang were The Streets of London and Sing Scat.... Mrs Mead was really proud of us all. Have a great day and keep growing the hair !!!!!!! Xand x x x x x |
| 23rd May 2008 MRS P. BRYAN | HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAM - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! A big Happy 8th Birthday Sam from all your teachers and friends at The Hollies. Best wishes. |
| 23rd May 2008 Mrs Lilley | Many happy returns! - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Happy birthday, Sam! Time for another ice cream? |
| 23rd May 2008 Jack and Lauren | Happy Birthday Sam!! - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Hey Sam! Happy birthday to you, Happy birthday to you, happy birthday dear sam!! Happy birthday to youuuu!!! Hope you have a great day and enjoy the theme park!! Lots of love Jack and Lauren xxxx |
| 23rd May 2008 Luke Williams | Happy birthday - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Happy birthday Sam, hope you have a great day. Looks as though you are enjoying yourself and you even look like a surf dude now!!!! |
| 23rd May 2008 Alfie Miles | Birthday - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Today we are singing in a choir competition, me, Dan, Alex Perodi, Angus, Xander and Guy amogst others. We are singing 'Steets of London' and 'Kool Kat'. We are all happy because next week is half term. Thinking of you , have a happy birthday and look forward to seeing you - Alfie |
| 23rd May 2008 Lauren in belgium | Happy Birthday Sam - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Happy Birthday Sam! |
| 22nd May 2008 Maria | Happy Birthday Sam! - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! I hope you have a fabulous day today with many surprises and lots of fun with your friends at Carey! |
| 22nd May 2008 Vietna mum | Happy Birthday Sam - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Happy Birthday Sam, I hope you have a great day and an even more wonderful action packed year ahead! Is that possible??? Love from Karen |
| 22nd May 2008 anonymous | Happy Birthday Sam - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! Happy Birthday Sam....which theme park will you choose? Daddy x |
| 22nd May 2008 TheEversonFamily | Happy Birthday Sam!!! - From: Happy Birthday to Sam!!!! We love you!! Mumxxxxxx |
| 16th May 2008 Lucia | How bizarre!! - From: Queenstown - NZ - The perfect family holiday? I cant believe I came across your travel blog just by chance!! Your children are so grown up. You all look fantastic, looks like you had a great time. Glad you are all so well. Like a lifetime ago I worked for you!! Fondest regards Lucia x |
| 6th May 2008 Luke Williams | It's not fair!!!! - From: Queenstown - NZ - The perfect family holiday? You look as though you are having more fantastic holidays!!!! We did get bank holiday off this year but there wasn't any river rides or dolphins in Birmingham. Have a great time on the rest of your trip and keep posting all the photo's. Like your hat Rachel! Take care love Luke. |
| 4th May 2008 tricia123 | Everson family in NZ - From: Queenstown - NZ - The perfect family holiday? Hi, I loved your photos and the scenery was wonderful. Been to North Island (our son lives in Wellington) next time the South Island is a must. Will take your advice and visit Akaoroa? I will write it down! Best wishes for the rest of your holiday or if you are back home. Pat in North Yorkshire. |
| 31st March 2008 Pat O'Neill | Fantasiic - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake I travelled from Ireland and it was the highlight of my visit to Sydney. I enjoyed it so much I went back again the following year and repeated the CLIMB. |
| 25th March 2008 Kat | Wicked - From: Making a Splash in Melbourne! There was quite a hot phase, wasn't there? Ahh, the year 3 stairs, so many memories... the classrooms have changed loads! That was quite a jump! |
| 25th March 2008 Kat | Starting at Carey - From: Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No - it's ...James!?! So... you enrolled at Carey obviously. I'm sorry, this is a very random comment as I am a student at Carey and was researching for a homework assignment and well... got distracted and found this. Evidently your Junior School kids were assigned to Burrows. When I was in JS, Burrows always performed rather poorly. I am also guessing that you are from the UK ('games kit' as opposed to 'PE/sports gear/uniform'). Believe it or not, the Senior School swimming carnival was won by Dunshea due to English sisters, the elder of whom has just returned to Britain to qualify for the Olympics. One girl in Steele beat the younger sister, but those three were far and away better than the rest of the school. I feel sorry for your daughter in the appalling Carey girls' uniform... it used to be far better. I love Moomba!! The Birdman competition is always hilarious to watch... but the water-skiing is the most amazing! |
| 17th March 2008 Kathryn Manning | Is it a bird or is it....? - From: Making a Splash in Melbourne! Fantastic James, well done! Those red feathers were an obviously a must. The outfit is also perfect for Phantom of the Opera. Great photos and you all look very well. Lots of Love Kathryn, Ian, Amy and Grace xxxxx |
| 16th March 2008 Michelle Cavanagh | Go the Birdman!! - From: Making a Splash in Melbourne! Congratulations! What a jump!! I'm only sorry I wasn't there to see it. What are the chances of doing it from the Sydney Harbour Bridge? Just kidding!! But keep up the good work - a cause well worth supporting. |
| 9th March 2008 Janet | Good luck.. - From: Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No - it's ...James!?! Lovely to hear from you. Great pictures. Hope all goes well with the Birdman competition. Love to you all - Janet |
| 26th February 2008 dave | hi all - From: Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No - it's ...James!?! Looks like you're having a great time. Fantastic beach shot! Not wholly convinced by school uniform though! take care. love Dave |
| 26th February 2008 Ali Makin | Hi! - From: Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No - it's ...James!?! Hi there to you all. It looks like you're all having a fantastic and adventurous time again.Great to hear your news. James says hi 'sup fool (whatever that means ) to Jake. Lots of love from the Makins xx |
| 25th February 2008 Judith | wishing you a safe flight ! - From: Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No - it's ...James!?! Hi James.... I will sponsor you for £10... Does having a birds name "Crane " give you a head start. Look forward to see all the pictures of the event. Love to Samuel,Jake,Helena who all look amazing ,Keep well Love Judith xx |
| 25th February 2008 Lauren and Jack | - From: Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No - it's ...James!?! Hi!! It's so lovely to hear from you. Good luck James with the Birdman competition, lets hope you dont end up in the river!! Take care all. Lots of love Lauren and Jack xxx |
| 24th February 2008 Nicola Lilley | Greetings from THS - From: Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No - it's ...James!?! Lovely to hear your news. You all look very relaxed and happy in the sunshine. Those blazers are giving me ideas ...! Best of luck with the Birdman Project. Hope Sam has incorporated some decent brakes and landing gear. |
| 24th February 2008 Michelle Cavanagh | What if? - From: Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No - it's ...James!?! What if you manage to fly a long distance? Just in case you make it to Sydney let me know what time to expect you so that we can arrange some soft landing gear in the back garden. I don't want you ending up in the pool!! Peace and love, Michelle & Kevin xx |
| 10th February 2008 chen | cool! - From: Magical Machu Picchu its great that you are allowed to visit all thease great places! I bet you are all having a great time ! Hope to see you in school soon. Bye! |
| 28th January 2008 Alex | - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? happy bday |
| 16th December 2007 Poppy | ive done it - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake i know what ur on about. i went to australia 4 my 13th birthday and i climb the harbour bridge. i was so fun but it wasnt scary. i went up it with my grandad. he nearly wet himself as well. im gonna do it again next year 4 my birthday again. i cant wait |
| 17th June 2007 The Arnold family | Skippy! - From: Tantalising TASMANIA “ A Five Day Adventure “ by James "Skippeee, Skippeee, Skippy the bush kangaroooo, Skippeee, Skippeee, Skippy our friend ever true" - they don't make programmes like that anymore. |
| 15th June 2007 Ally & Pa | WE ARE SO PROUD - From: Thank you for your donations - See how your Money is Making a Difference in Hoi An We are so proud of you ALL. You have made such a difference to so many of your Vietnamese friends - THEIR SMILES SAY IT ALL . Lifetime changes that will benefit so many families - BLESS YOU. Your KINDNESS has spread out and touched so many LOVE Ally @ Pa x |
| 14th June 2007 Anita & Colin | Thankyou - From: Thank you for your donations - See how your Money is Making a Difference in Hoi An Thank you so much for showing us how our donation has help these lovely people. We have both really appreciated the fact that we know our money is making a difference to these very gracious people.It is very humbling to see the difference in standards of living,so thanks for giving us the opportunity to help.Let us know when you are home , we would love to come & see you all.Lots of love A & C |
| 9th June 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thanks Claire! - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) The children are looking forward to returning and seeing all their friends! I think they have forgotten how much schoolwork/exams await them!!! See you soon! Rachel x |
| 9th June 2007 TheEversonFamily | Message for Travllingmum! - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) Thanks for your comment! I'm sure you will soon enjoy lots of travel with your daughters! Although the children are looking forward to seeing friends, family and our dogs(!) we will be sad to end our trip! I will be writing a few more blogs on people we have met in Vietnam and perhaps we can meet with all the children if we ever return to Queensland! Best wishes, Rachel |
| 8th June 2007 claire henry | hey - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) congratulations!! I am in total awe of you all. What a fantastic journey. Your blogs have been inspiring to say the least. I feel so lucky to have even a slight insight as to the experiences you've had through your blogs. Thank you so very much for sharing your trip with us. I'm looking forward to seeing you all soon. Claire x |
| 8th June 2007 travellingmum | Loved your journey! - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) I have loved reading your blogs. I have been reading Karens for a long time too. Your family gives me hope that one day I might be able to do the same with my 3 daughters (aged 6-1 years) and travel and teach them about the world It will be a shame to not have your blogs to read anymore Since I live in Queensland Australia, I am glad you enjoyed Australia.... You have a free mattress at my house if you ever make it back here!! Good luck |
| 8th June 2007 TheEversonFamily | Dear Mr Huynh ... - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) Thank you for your ideas and suggestions - I wasn't sure how interested people would be in these stories! Your idea for best and worst toilet is great! I will edit the blog to include it!!! Cheers Rachel |
| 7th June 2007 huynh | - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) It's a wonderful travel story. You must be a very lucky family to be able to enjoy such a "weird and wonderful trip" as you said. If you can afford the time, why don't you, especially the kids, tell the story to the media such as lifestyle magazines/newspapers, TV talk shows, schools/private clubs etc.. back home to raise funds for the Lifestart foundation? This could help them to help people like Hoa and Lieu. or maybe you can turn this into a travel book. After all, how many people in the world have done a 6-month world trip and especially with 3 kids?? and still survive and enjoy life as you do?? Hey, you have not voted for the best and worst toilets around the world yet :)) I hope Hoi An did not top the list! Enjoy the rest of the trip! |
| 7th June 2007 Kathryn Manning | Best Travel Blogs - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) We award you "The Best Travel Blogs in The World" and can't wait to see you soon. We are going to France for two weeks soon and will be consulting with you on how best to squeeze the "kitchen sink" in a suitcase! What are you going to do next? Love from Kathryn, Ian, Amy and Grace xxxx |
| 7th June 2007 Michelle Cavanagh | Send a birthday card to Aung San Suu Kyi - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) James, I don't know whether or not you'll want to include this but as you have many people who read this blog they may be interested. So here goes, and its taken from an email sent to me...and I send a birthday card off to Aung San Suu Kyi today. And when I told the people in the post office they sent one off too! Aung San Suu Kyi has spent most of the last 17 years under house arrest. On 19 June she will celebrate her 62nd birthday, alone. My friend Felicity was at a conference with some Burmese women and the women Nobel Laureates who miss their colleague who won the prize in 1991. Felicity said "Their words have really moved me about her plight." Her sentence was just extended for another year. They ask that we PLEASE send her a birthday card, from now, in order to reach her by her birthday, 19 June. Seems small, but don't underestimate the power of such actions. As we say in Australia, from little things, big things grow. Daw Aung San Suu Kyi 54 University Ave Bahan 11201 Rangoon / Yangon Burma / Myanmar Anyway if you can it would be great...but I'll understand if its not possible. Michelle : ) |
| 7th June 2007 Michelle Cavanagh | All good things come to an end! - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) Interesting to read the facts in this blog...pleased to see the positives you've given Australia. I'm so glad that we were lucky enough to spend some time with you in Sydney and Melbourne...can't wait for you to return! And I hope that getting back into the new routine won't be too much of a shock for you all. Lots of love to you all. Michelle & Kevin xx |
| 7th June 2007 Anita & Colin | What an adventure!! - From: Weird but Wonderful Facts on our Family World Trip (and a few more photos!) What wonderful pictures & memories you all have.Thanks for keeping us up to date with all the happenings both happy & sad!!It must feel good to have been able to see such different lives & to have been able to help in so many different ways.Looking forward to catching up again.Let us know when you come back Lots of love Anita & Colin |
| 7th June 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thank you for your comments & private messages - it makes doing the blogs seem very worthwhile! - From: The worldwide problems of being a working mother - meet Hoa in Hoi An Email We have visited 16 members of the disabled goup whom we are trying to help through the LifeStart foundation. Overtime I hope to write up each of their stories and publish them as blogs. If you would like to receive an automatic email when we publish another blog please subscribe below. It doesn't cost anything and you can "unsubscribe at any time with just one click of the mouse! I may also put these stories on the LifeStart Foundation Travelblog - search for Vietnamum - if you wish to subscribe and www.lifestartfoundation.org.au to find out more about the great work being done by the charity! |
| 7th June 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thanks! Any $ you can spare will go along way to helping Hoa! - From: The worldwide problems of being a working mother - meet Hoa in Hoi An Email The easiest way to send the much needed money is through the Lifestart Foundation website: www.lifestartfoundation.org.au . It is easy to donate the money there through PayPal just leave a note saying it is in response to Hoa's story and Karen will ensure your kind donation is used to help her. It's great to hear that people who we don't know have read this blog and are inspired to help! THANK YOU! |
| 7th June 2007 Lindstrom family | 14C in Melbourne !! - From: Photographs from Hoi An, Vietnam Hello J R J H & S. Well we are back in Melbourne and fully into the busy routine again. Great looking at the photos of you guys in Hoi An. We had an easy flight back, except 6 hours in Ho Chi Minh City airport wasnt much fun with Westpac's internet beind down and thus no access to any cash! Lucky Darcy had some Aussie cash which we changed into enough to buy drinks and chips. I called Karen and said hello, and have had a good look at the LifeStart website. Note to Emma Lakin - Samuels THREE birthday cakes were all very excellent!! Cya Brett, Deb, Jess & Darcy |
| 6th June 2007 DJT | photos - From: Photographs from Hoi An, Vietnam Blog and photos - GREAT! From the photos alone, I can hear the scooters, taste the food, hear the excitement from the birthday, hear the laughter from the kids, hear the laughter from the last picture of the older man, see the fishermen working, hear the boat chugging, feel the gentle breeze from a fan, hear the clicking from the shutterbug*, and feel the same emotions (tears and smiles) that you felt. *camera - 2 weeks in Vietnam with 980 photos :) |
| 6th June 2007 Mrs Lilley | - From: Photographs from Hoi An, Vietnam Lovely photos again. I saw more of Hiep's beautifully tidy herb nursery on Karen's website. His extraordinary determination is an inspiration. Am looking forward to hearing more about Hoi An from you all in person when you return. |
| 6th June 2007 surreysinner | that is touchiing - From: The worldwide problems of being a working mother - meet Hoa in Hoi An Email Wow, im not hard to get inside of but that story touched me. Is there any way i can help by sending $ to help her circumstances? slickrick212@hotmail.com |
| 5th June 2007 Mrs A. | Photographs. - From: Photographs from Hoi An, Vietnam I really am enjoying reading about your travels and the photographs are fantastic they bring the stories to life. What an experience for you all and wonderful to look back on with such a photographic record. Of course also reading your blogs means I am not sitting writing all the school reports I should be doing!! Love to you all.xxx |
| 5th June 2007 Mrs A. | Super job ! - From: Hanh Made Scarves from Hoi An! by Rachel & Helena Well done with the scarves they look very jolly. Everyone looks delighted to be back together such huge smiles. Love from all the Assinders in Twycross |
| 5th June 2007 Mrs Lilley | - From: Hanh Made Scarves from Hoi An! by Rachel & Helena Well done, Helena! I think Hanh's huge smile says it all. I'm looking forward to getting my scarf and will try to think of some other ideas. What about crocheted cot blankets? Light as a feather and great for cold knees in the car later. Would have to be washable, though. |
| 5th June 2007 Peta Ryan | Great Work!! - From: Hanh Made Scarves from Hoi An! by Rachel & Helena Hi there guys! It is such a wonderful thing you have done! I had tears in my eyes reading your blog as I can understand how much it means to Hanh and her family. I was hoping to get back when you were in Hoian but unfortunately wont be back for another couple of months. I hope to catch up with you all when you come back to Melbourne. Enjoy Hoian!! Petaxxxx |
| 5th June 2007 Richard | Resolutions... - From: Photographs from Hoi An, Vietnam Thats eating more greens, cycling more and doing Buddhism to add to my new years resolutions. 2008 could be a lively one! |
| 5th June 2007 Emma Lakin | Hi - From: Photographs from Hoi An, Vietnam Great photos, i'm so pleased to hear your brother managed to get out there with you for a few days. I'm Glad Samuel had a good birthday. His cakes look very tempting and not a strawberry in sight!(fuerteventura birthday cake!) I'm loving your hat Helena and I hardly recognised that it was Jake on the motor bike.You all look so grown up. I can't wait to see you all when you get back. lots of love, Emma, Paul and Daniel x |
| 31st May 2007 FireFlys | HAPPY BDAY :) :) :) - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Hey :) Sorry for the late reply. Its been really busy over here so we're lucky if we get a second to check our email... HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAM :) when you get back home you have to let us know cause we want to send you guys some stuff :) Hope you have a great day and remember fire is fun :) Love Rachel, Dave and Leigh :) xxx |
| 30th May 2007 The Makin Family | Hi from the Makins. - From: Tantalising TASMANIA “ A Five Day Adventure “ by James The photographs are stunning. Enjoy Vietnam. James is very much looking forward to seeing Jake in a few weeks time. |
| 30th May 2007 emma and alice arnold | happy birthday to sam! - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! happy birthday sam! love the giant koala, have a great day from emma and alice |
| 29th May 2007 Kathryn | - From: Tantalising TASMANIA “ A Five Day Adventure “ by James It really does look like Cumbria and the Boat House could be on Derwent Water. Your kags tied tightly around your faces, fleeces, bobble hats makes it look like many of our summer holiday photos in the Lakes! Love Ian, Kathryn, Amy and Grace. xxxxx |
| 29th May 2007 Emma Lakin | HAPPY BIRTHDAY - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMUEL XXX Hope you have a fantastic day. Looking forward to seeing you when you get back, me and Daniel wants to give you a huge birthday hug!!! missing you x lots of love Emma, Paul and Daniel |
| 27th May 2007 Mrs Lilley | - From: Tantalising TASMANIA “ A Five Day Adventure “ by James Each batch of photos outdoes the last one! Tasmania looks very beautiful and tranquil but perhaps too quiet and remote for permanent residence. Hope you all enjoy your spell in Hoi An. It must feel very different this time now that you know what to expect. |
| 27th May 2007 Mrs Lilley | - From: Visiting The Sea Shepherd in Melbourne - by Michelle, Samuel, Helena & Jake Melbourne sounds a great city, especially if it is possible for all of you to ride round it on bikes. I agree with you about illegal whaling. It's like the poaching of protected game which goes on in Africa - very distressing and very difficult to stamp out locally. |
| 27th May 2007 Mrs Lilley | You must be joking! - From: Melbourne’s Moomba Festival - by Helena Hello, Helena! Just catching up with your blogs now that we are on half-term. I just can't believe those 'rides' you went on. You would have to sedate and blindfold me to get me on them! |
| 24th May 2007 Vietna mum | Hi from Karen Leonard - From: Tantalising TASMANIA “ A Five Day Adventure “ by James I am so glad that you all enjoyed Tassie!! After I recommended it I initially was a bit worried as I thought it might be a bit quiet for you all, however it is probably the ideal break before the hustle and bustle of Vietnam next week! See you in Hoi An |
| 24th May 2007 Ally & Pa | Happy Birthday Samuel - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Happy Birthday Samuel from Ally and Pa. We do miss you. We are taking the picture to be framed so it should be ready when you get home. Love to everyone. What a fantastic time you are all having. Counting the days till we see you. XXX Happy Birthday! |
| 22nd May 2007 Judith | Happy Seventh Birthday - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Hi Samuel Another big day in your life's adventure. So from the other side of the world to you today WE ALL WISH YOU A FANTASTIC BIRTHDAY from Mia,Lucky,Jessie,Tara and of course me ,we all send big hugs Love Judith xx |
| 22nd May 2007 Ally & Pa | HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMUEL - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Happy 7th birthday Samuel. Thank you for the lovely postcards, not many 6 year old children have climbed to the top of Machu Picchn, you are the youngest explorer thats ever been. You have travelled thousands and thousands of miles and been to so many countries.... what an experience in seven years , but we miss you so Lots of Love Ally & Pa xxxx |
| 22nd May 2007 Janet | HAPPY BIRTHDAY - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! A Very Happy, Happy Birthday Samuel. Thank you all for the explicit travels and photos - it is great to follow you around the world and to know you are all having a wonderful time. Happy Birthday Samuel enjoy your special day. Lots of love from Janet and Adrian xxxx |
| 20th May 2007 Alex Parodi | Happy Birthday Samuel - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! i loved looking at your photo's and i miss you at school,looks like you are having great fun i hope you have a great birthday and i will think of you , perhaps we will be in the same class next year at school that would be really good.love from alex p. |
| 20th May 2007 Harry Langton | Happy Birthday Sam - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Wishing you a very Happy Birthday on your great adventure!! See you soon. Love from Harry |
| 19th May 2007 Richard | Blogtasic - From: Melbourne’s Moomba Festival - by Helena Hi Helena. belated compliments on your super salty sea blog story. That festival looks much more exciting than the farmers festival in my village - the outside bit was a competition for the best sheep. In the hall were fairy cakes, vegetables and misty photos of the lake. It gets worse - the captions were in welsh. I'll stick to the lovely ladys' cake shop. Best wishes, Richard |
| 18th May 2007 TheEversonFamily | Hi Clarie - From: Melbourne’s Moomba Festival - by Helena Great to hear from you! We weren't sick! We loved it ! I think Mum was most nervous watching! Hope Cleo and Mimi are well, Helena x |
| 18th May 2007 TheEversonFamily | Hi Emma - From: Melbourne’s Moomba Festival - by Helena Thanks for your reply - it is good to hear from you. There were no queues at all for SlingShot. I think the Australians must be too scared to do it! Helena X Jake says hope u r well |
| 17th May 2007 Emma Arnold | Blogs + Rides - From: Melbourne’s Moomba Festival - by Helena Hi Helena, your blogs and photos are really cool! The festival looked like loads of fun. Especially the sling shot. Were the queues as long as at English theme park? Keep doing the blogs, they're wikid. Hope you're having a good time. Emma |
| 17th May 2007 Richard | Happy Birthday Sam - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Have a great day, Love Richard |
| 17th May 2007 Claire Henry | wow - From: Melbourne’s Moomba Festival - by Helena Helena, I can't believe you were so brave to do those awful rides at the fair, I bet your mum couldn't watch as you and Jake were hurtled into space. Were you sick? |
| 14th May 2007 john/june | 14 5 2007 fantastic pictures - From: Welcome to our Wicked Under Water Blog! Sydney Aquarium - by Helena hi helena ,thanks for the letters and photos you have sent us over the months you have been away,after seeing the animals and wild life on your travels and the sights its been fantastic just following you around the world ,and i to like the sharks ,and what is a wobbegong ,tell me when you get back /john/june |
| 14th May 2007 john/june | 14 may 2007 19,15 happy birthday - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! hi young man how you have grown over these last few months .you have had an adventure which some of us can only dream of .thanks for sharing your adventures with us with the photos and letters you have sent they have been fantastic,and also heres wishing you a very happy birthday samuel ,from john /june |
| 14th May 2007 Lauren and Jack | Great Pictures Helena!! - From: Welcome to our Wicked Under Water Blog! Sydney Aquarium - by Helena Hi Helena, what fab pictures. I think that the stingrays face looks like Jack!! Thay have the same mouth!!! Only joking. It looks like you had fun. Dora looks like some of the fish we saw in Antigua!! Take care Love Lauren and Jack.xxxx |
| 14th May 2007 Kathryn | Great photos Helena - From: Welcome to our Wicked Under Water Blog! Sydney Aquarium - by Helena Well done Helena, it reminded us of our visit to the London Aquarium. We loved the sting rays too and were able to stroke them (small ones). We saw Nemo on Saturday on a trip to London, he was in an aquarium in a very posh shop, needless to say we didn't buy anything but it was fun to look. Lots of Love from Ian, Kathryn, Amy and Grace xxxxx |
| 14th May 2007 Kathryn | HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMUEL!! - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Happy Birthday Samuel - we can't believe you are seven! Have a great day and we are looking forward to seeing you all soon. Lots of Love from Ian, Kathryn, Amy and Grace xxxxxxxxxxx |
| 14th May 2007 Lucy | Happy Birthday Sam! - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Sam, I keep looking at all the Blogs you guys are sending and your adventures look absolutely out of this world - Lawrence and Harvey can't quite beleive it all - hope you have a great 7th Birthday - have fun! Dom, Lucy, Lawrence, Harvey and Ellie xx |
| 14th May 2007 Jack and Lauren | HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMUEL!!! - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Hi Sam. We hope you have a fantastic birthday! We are really looking forward to seeing you in Vietnam. So for now we want you to imagine us singing this to you 'Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Samuel, Happy Birthday to you!!!' See you soon Lots of love Lauren and Jack xxxxxx |
| 14th May 2007 cleo and mimi henry | HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMUEL - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! have a super-duper birthday. We love your photos and blogs. from Cleo and Mimi Happy birthday Samuel, have a really special day, from Claire and Sean - keep sending us those blogs, we love them! |
| 14th May 2007 Uncle Dave | Fish Photos - From: Welcome to our Wicked Under Water Blog! Sydney Aquarium - by Helena Brilliant photos Helena - I particularly like the one of you and Sam in front of the sting ray. What's a wobbegong?(Is that a made-up fish? It sounds like something from 'The Owl and the Pussycat'! ) Looking forward to seeing you all soon. Lots of Love Dave |
| 14th May 2007 Anita & Colin | Wow!! - From: Welcome to our Wicked Under Water Blog! Sydney Aquarium - by Helena Helena,thanks for the really fantastic pictures.It's hard to believe that all those creatures are real & some ,as you say,very spooky.It's lovely to hear from you.We are off on holiday tonight & we are both really looking forward to it as a nice break from work.Lots of love Anita & Colin XXX |
| 14th May 2007 Emma Lakin | memories - From: Welcome to our Wicked Under Water Blog! Sydney Aquarium - by Helena Looks like you had a fab time. I remember going to that aquarium with you all when i came to austrailia with you. lots of love Emma x |
| 14th May 2007 TheEversonFamily | Another good blog Helena! - From: Welcome to our Wicked Under Water Blog! Sydney Aquarium - by Helena Congratulations on doing it all by yourself again - and taking such good photos! Mum XXX |
| 14th May 2007 Huy`nh | Happy Birthday to Sam!! - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Chuc Sam co mot tiec sinh nhat vui ve... this means "wishing you a merry birthday party" in Vietnamese! Have a wonderful time in Hoi An! |
| 13th May 2007 Berni & Georgia | Happy birthday Samuel - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Hi everyone Happy birthday Samuel and lots of love from Berni, Georgia, Tina and Glyn. Sorry for not contacting you earlier but Glyn and Tina have been away on holiday and we could not get excess to a computer . Have now read all your blogs and wish me and Georgia were with you. Look forward to see you all again. Berni and Georgia |
| 13th May 2007 James, Vicki, Sophie & Elle | Happy 7th Birthday Sam - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Hi Sam, hope you have a great birthday in Hoi An! We're sure it will be one to remember. We're on holiday in France, so we'll raise a glass of wine tonight and toast your 7th birthday. Have fun! Love The Lightfeetxxxx |
| 13th May 2007 Mrs Lilley | Message for Samuel - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Happy birthday, Samuel! Hope you have a lovely day among your new friends in Hoi An! |
| 13th May 2007 Tom Dwyer | Happy Birthday Sam!! - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Hi Sam hope you have a great day..........hope you are having a great time, say hi to everyone. |
| 13th May 2007 Vietna mum | Excuse Me............ - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Happy Birthday to the most polite young man I have met in quite some time! See you soon in Hoi An. Love Karen. x |
| 13th May 2007 Anita & Colin | Happy Birthday!!! - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! Hi Samuel Just wanted to wish you a very happy birthday & lots of fun on your travels.You are having such an adventure that hopefully you will remember for the rest of your life!!Enjoy your day!! We will be thinking of you while we are on holiday in Greece.Not quite as exotic as your travels, but we are both ready for a rest from work!!HAVE A GREAT DAY!!! LOVE & BEST WISHES ANITA & COLIN |
| 13th May 2007 TheEversonFamily | Happy Birthday Samuel! - From: LOST BLOG on Samuel! We love you!!!! Mum, Dad, Jake and Helena X X X X |
| 4th May 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thanks for your comment...and kindness - From: We’re Returning to Hoi An, Vietnam - How Many People Can We All Help? - By James, Rachel, Jake, Helena and Samuel. It's great to hear that people we dont know have been reading the travel blog and will help LifeStart. This disabled group is in desperate need of support - just to get them going! They are so determined and hard working - I'm sure if we can set them up with training or introductions they will be able to support themselves. Thanks again for your kindness and promised donation, Best Wishes Rachel |
| 4th May 2007 huynh | Wow what a trip! - From: We’re Returning to Hoi An, Vietnam - How Many People Can We All Help? - By James, Rachel, Jake, Helena and Samuel. I came acroos your travel blog and find it GREAT both in the stories and what your family did in Hoi An. I will make a donation to LifeStart Foundation soon and just can't wait to read the next entry for your trip back to Hoi An. All the best! |
| 3rd May 2007 Luke Williams | Wow....Fantastic - From: Come with me on our climb up Wayna Picchu! by Samuel (and Mummy!) Well done Samuel on your climb. Great photos too! What alot of writing for you. These blogs are harder than school work but i bet they are alot more fun. My homework will now seem easy!!! Can't wait to see you when you get home Luke x |
| 2nd May 2007 TheEversonFamily | THANK-YOU CAROLYN & LAUREN!! - From: Magical Machu Picchu Many thanks for your kind donation and nice comments!! We will be able to lt you know in June how we have been able to use your money to really help a child. Hope all's well with you both and we see you soon!! Rachel & Helena 5.45am Melbourne xx |
| 2nd May 2007 Carolyn Henson | magical machu piccu - From: Magical Machu Picchu Rachel I absolutely LOVED the pics of Machu Piccu. It's my absolutely top-of-the-list-most-desired place to visit in the world. All the views and descriptions of your climb - and little hints of how to avoid the crowds - have been duly noted. You are all having a fantastic trip! I also loved your other pics of Peru. And I think it's great what you are doing in Vietnam. Lauren and I would like to donate £50 to any cause you think most worthwhile on your travels (particularly anything that will help a child). Looking forward to your next destinations - and to the book - or even the film when you return! With lots of love to you all. CarolynXX |
| 2nd May 2007 Ally & Pa | what a climb - From: Come with me on our climb up Wayna Picchu! by Samuel (and Mummy!) We So enjoyed reading your blog, what a long climb, but wasn't it worth it for the wonderful views, we are very proud of you Love Ally & Pa xx |
| 2nd May 2007 Ally & Pa | well done Helena - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena Very interesting and well done climbing blindfolded and learning to snowboard, we are so proud of you Ally & Pa x |
| 1st May 2007 Richard | Snowboarding tips - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena Hi Helena, what a super sporty time you've had at Whistler. I'd like to learn Snowboarding - can you give me some tips when you're back? |
| 29th April 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thank you for your comment - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena Thanks so much for your comment .Congratulation on buying the new house ,where about is it ? Hope to see you soon. from helena |
| 29th April 2007 Jack and Lauren | - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena What a beautiful blog Helena. We loved the pictures especially the one of you climbing blind folded!! It looks like your having an amazing time. Love Lauren and Jack xxxxxxxxx |
| 27th April 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thanks for your comment - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena To be honest the photos of Jake not looking at the camera were when he didn't know they were being taken, because if he did know he would have probably snowboarded off, hoping it wouldn't be taken! Helena |
| 27th April 2007 Mrs Lilley | Whistler - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena Hello, Helena! I can't keep up with your climate changes - first T-shirts, then dustbin-liner ponchos, then padded snow clothes! Anyway, snowboarding and climbing look great fun. Keep at it and you'll catch up with Jake. |
| 27th April 2007 The Master (James Makin) | Hello - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena Halloo! thought i'd post a comment on this blog as it's the latest, oh, and jake's looking very cool covered in snow, + holding his snowboard, I take it he didn't want that photo taken..? Looks rather mean and moody to me...anywhooo, Hope you had a good B-day Jake, and goodbye! =) |
| 27th April 2007 Anita | Lovely blog - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena Hi Helena What a lovely blog. Great pictures and I'm really impressed with your blindfolded climb.I love the snow. Wish I was with you.Enjoy the fun Love Anita & Colin |
| 27th April 2007 Kathryn | The Perfect Climb for Helena - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena Hi Helena, I can't think of anything more perfect for you, a difficult climb! But you found something even more perfect, a difficult climb - blindfolded. You were always climbing as a toddler, with no fear. It looks like you had a great time in Canada. Couldn't Mum and Samuel have found a bigger carton of popcorn? Lots of love Kathryn xxx |
| 27th April 2007 TheEversonFamily | Well Done, Helena! - From: Wonderful Whistler! by Helena I am very impressed that you have written this bog and chosen and downloaded the photos all by yourself! Well done! Mum X |
| 24th April 2007 Mrs.A. | Wow! - From: Come with me on our climb up Wayna Picchu! by Samuel (and Mummy!) Well Samuel I always love reading about what children get up to during their holidays. Usually I am happy with words and their drawings but your fantastic photographs make me feel as if I have been on the trip too! Your descripion was lovely and you must be proud of the hard climb you managed.Well done to you all.With all good wishes from Twycross.xxx |
| 24th April 2007 Kathryn | Wow! - From: Come with me on our climb up Wayna Picchu! by Samuel (and Mummy!) Hi Samuel, brilliant blog, great photos. I wonder what the little boy would have been wearing as he sharpened his spear and how different his life would have been to yours. How did you feel as the clouds parted? I think I would have cried - happy tears though. Can't wait to see you all soon. Lots of Love Kathryn xxxxx |
| 24th April 2007 Michelle Cavanagh | Fit as a fiddle! - From: Come with me on our climb up Wayna Picchu! by Samuel (and Mummy!) I really enjoyed reading about your climbing skills Samuel and the beautiful view you were afforded after all your efforts. My favourite photos are the one with you and the spear anf the one with mummy jumping! I can almost hear you saying Mount Everest here I come!! |
| 23rd April 2007 Emma | great blog Samuel - From: Come with me on our climb up Wayna Picchu! by Samuel (and Mummy!) Fantastic blog Samuel. You climbed sooooo high didn't you. You all look like your having a great time. Love Emma, Paul and Daniel xxxx |
| 23rd April 2007 Anita & Colin | Samuels blog - From: Come with me on our climb up Wayna Picchu! by Samuel (and Mummy!) Samuel ,what an excellent blog.So interesting & informative.I'm sure you will have a job as a journalist one day.Really lovely exciting pictures too.Enjoy your time,it certainly sounds like fun!!Love from us both Anita & Colin |
| 23rd April 2007 Mrs Lilley | Up in the clouds - From: Come with me on our climb up Wayna Picchu! by Samuel (and Mummy!) What a great achievement! I'm glad you have a head for heights. I don't think you'll ever forget that particular day. Have fun! |
| 23rd April 2007 Mrs Lilley | Inca Trail - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena I really enjoyed reading about the Incas. It must be even better to visit the sites and drink in the atmosphere. Keep up the good work! |
| 23rd April 2007 Mrs Lilley | Machu Picchu - From: Magical Machu Picchu I think some places are full of ghosts and this looks like one of them. Try Delphi at sunrise, too! |
| 23rd April 2007 Jack and Lauren | - From: Come with me on our climb up Wayna Picchu! by Samuel (and Mummy!) Hahahahaha!!! We loved the pictures of you all jumping!! Samuel you are so sweet that was a lovely blog. We liked it when you kept counting the steps when other climbers went by!!! You certainly had had your weatabix that day!! Love Jack and Lauren xxxx |
| 23rd April 2007 Emma Arnold | Happy b'day, duh - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Happy Birthday! Sorry it's late. Like the fire picture, you look like a Catherine Wheel! Have a great day. M |
| 23rd April 2007 Mr.Perry | - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena Thanks for the photo of the terraces Helena.Looks a bit like Villa Park (no people) given how far below Reading FC they are (but don't tell Hannah!).Like the photo of the roast guinea pork too.Must try that on the BBQ sometime!Say hi to Jake for me. Best wishes Mr. Perry |
| 23rd April 2007 Kathryn | Magical Machu Picchu - From: Magical Machu Picchu Great photos Rachel, I think I would have to be sedated for the journey to and from Machu Picchu. Love Kathryn xxxx |
| 23rd April 2007 Anita&Colin | Beautiful!! - From: Magical Machu Picchu What beautiful pictures again.It's so nice being able to share your travels with you.Have a great birthday Jake.Thinking of you all,Love Anita& Colin |
| 22nd April 2007 TheEversonFamily | birthday reply - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Thank you every one for the message you sent it was a good suprise for me on my birthday morning! Jake |
| 22nd April 2007 rtassinder | Fantastic ! - From: Magical Machu Picchu Only got back from a three week break yesterday so I am afraid I missed Jake's birthday...hope it was wonderful. Ready for the new term tomorrow but have really enjoyed looking at your wonderful photographs this evening, what an amazing experience for you all. Keep up the good work, Regards to you all, Mrs A. |
| 22nd April 2007 rtassinder | Super blog. - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena Hello Helena, We all loved reading your blog and thought your photographs amazing. Gabriel would like to know who ate the plated guinea pig and should we include it at the Hollies just for a change? All well here, more paving at Twycross House during the Easter break and had the hall decorated ready gor the G.C.S.E. exams. Best of all the weather was amazing and we have had no rain in Wales for a whole month. Back to school tomorrow. Love to you all, Mrs A. xxx |
| 22nd April 2007 Richard | - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Happy Birthday Jake, have a great day, from Richard |
| 22nd April 2007 Tom Dwyer | Happy Birthday Jake - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Hope you have a fantastic birthday, love the photos..! can't believe you climbed to the top of the mountain - what next...? |
| 21st April 2007 Alli and Pa | HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAKE - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Jake We miss you very much and wish we could be with you on your twelfth birthday. have lots of fun love Ali and Pa xxxx |
| 21st April 2007 Judith | HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAKE - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Wishing you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jake. Loved all your phots, and Lucky Tara and jessie and of course Mia send their love they miss you. Have a fantastic day and enjoy every moment, be thinking of you Love Judith |
| 20th April 2007 Anna | Amazing - From: A Vietnamese Wedding! Helena - the bridesmaid, Jake & Samuel - Lantern Bearers - by Rachel I just wanted to say how much I have enjoyed reading your blog. Your descriptions are wonderful and really capture the atmosphere of what you are experiencing. The photographs are beautiful. You are very fortunate to have had such an experience. Many more happy travels to you. |
| 19th April 2007 TheEversonFamily | Happy Birthday Jake - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? I hope you have a great birthday I'm glad to join you From Helena (you're sister) |
| 19th April 2007 Ben Makin | guinea pig delight - From: Photographs from Peru - by Rachel yum yum--- guinea pig for me please |
| 18th April 2007 john/june | hi helena - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena just been looking at your journal it looks fantastic take care john/june |
| 18th April 2007 Lauren and Jack | Great Blog! - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena What a very interesting blog!! We loved the photo's. Keep on writing and we will keep on reading. We cannot wait to see you all. Love Lauren and Jack xxx |
| 18th April 2007 Kathryn | Interesting Peru - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena Helena, I have just arrived at work on a lovely sunny Spring morning and have read your travel blog. Packed full of interesting facts that I didn't know. The scale of the building and stone they cut is on a similar size to the Egyptians - Grace is learning about them this term. She can't wait to get to the embalming bit.. Yuk! I love the bright colours of their traditional dress. We are very drab in the UK with our colours, maybe you should start a new trend to brighten us up. Great story, got to get on with some work, nothing as exciting as the Incas. Can't wait for the skiing and snowboarding photos. Love to you all, Kathryn xxxx PS Thankgoodness they don't sacrifice anymore, if they did, I am sure you would have put a photo on your travel blog and probably next to the guinea pig!! We are still discussing the photo in the Manning household - not in front of Chocolate of course. |
| 18th April 2007 Cleo and Mimi Henry | brilliant - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena Dear Helena We love your blogs and your photos. We read Jakes and Samuels too. They're brilliant. You look like your having a fantastic time and learning a lot of interesting things. I think your learning more than you would be at school! Keep on writing your blogs and we will try to reply more often. Mum sends her love to you all. Cleo and Mimi |
| 18th April 2007 Anita | Hi Helena - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena What a really interesting blog!! What beautiful pictures!! I'm sure I'm learning more geography from the Everson-Crane blogs than I did when I was at school.Have a great time!! Love Anita & ColinXX |
| 18th April 2007 Rachel | Hey :) From the firefly - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena Hey guys :) The two boys are at work today (I've hurt my back so i have a few days off) so i thought id catch up on all the blogs I've missed. Yum yum i fell like guinea now :P Just joking. But in different places they eat things that we concider pets ect (well i think thats how it is) i know there is one place (if not more) that eat cat n dog as well... And dont eat cow.. Lol anyway... You guys know more about that then me so yeah... That Inca trail looks so cool! I so wish I could go around looking at everything you guys are. Hopefully Dave, Leigh and I can get to see half the things you guys are seeing. Anyway... I better get on to finishing my essay (yep that right ive gone back to studing as well) :) Hope your having fun Missing you heaps Rach xxx |
| 18th April 2007 Quang | Lovely scenaries - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena I'm in awe of all the breath taking sceneries you get to experience. Awesome job on taking that picture with a ray of light broke through the cloud into the valley. Hope you have all the funs and who know we may cross path as I will be stopping over Hoi An in early June :) |
| 18th April 2007 Michelle Cavanagh | What an experience! - From: An Inca Trail and The Sacred Valley- Peru - by Helena The life you are leading now has opened up so many new adventures for you. I feel privileged that you are sharing some of your experiences with those of us who are following your travels. It must be wonderful to meet so many people in many different cultures in this fascinating world of ours. I can't wait to see you when you come back to Oz! |
| 17th April 2007 john/june | happy birthday jake - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? 17 4 2007 have watched all the blogs and photos you have sent to us and it looks fantastic all the best for monday take care jake see you when you get back again happy birthday john/june |
| 17th April 2007 uncle dave | happy birthday Jake - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Hi Jake Looks like you're having a fabulous time. Have a really good birthday and look forward to seeing you all at the end of May. love and best wishes dave, (and Fran, Hannah and Matty) |
| 17th April 2007 Kathryn | Brilliant photos except for ....... - From: Photographs from Peru - by Rachel I cannot believe you included the guinea pig, we are all traumatised for life and as for Chocolate, our healthy, rather fat, talkative guinea pig she hasn't been seen for days! How on earth do they ever catch the guinea pig first, Chocolate can go from a standing position to the end of the run in under a second. You should have seen Grace's face when I told her, you will be questioned by the Northamptonshire Guinea Pig lovers very sternly on your return!!! Love Kathryn xxxx |
| 17th April 2007 Kathryn | HAPPY BIRTHDAY JAKE - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Hope we are not too late to wish you a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jake. Love from Ian, Kathryn, Amy and Grace xxxxxxx |
| 17th April 2007 Luke Williams | Happy Birthday - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Happy Birthday Jake enjoy your special day! |
| 17th April 2007 Lora Webb | Fantastic Pictures - From: Photographs from Peru - by Rachel I love all of your pictures...I am always checking out photos of Peru and yours are so unique...I like the variations and the everyday life. My son is living in Peru for 2 years on a mission...he has fallen in love with the Peruvian people and had some amazing experiences...some not so good! Have fun on your travels, what a blessing for all of you. |
| 17th April 2007 karen leonard | - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Happy birthday Jake I am sorry if this gets to you late but as usual am flat chat in Vietnam doing lots of "stuff!!"See you soon Love from Karen |
| 15th April 2007 Tracey Cameron | Happy Face !!! - From: Photographs from Peru - by Rachel Rachel ..... The photos alone are deserving of exhibition... they tell of your family's adventures really well !! . The "happy face" of the little child.... the eyes are so clear almost like glass ...... definately the windows to a mischievous and happy soul. Keep safe all of you...... Tracey |
| 15th April 2007 Jack and Lauren | - From: Photographs from Peru - by Rachel Stunning photos. Now you now we like to eat werid things but even we would have to pass on the Guinea pig!!! xxxx |
| 15th April 2007 lucy | - From: Photographs from Peru - by Rachel Amazing pics - you really are going to have the slide show to end all slide shows when you come home! |
| 15th April 2007 N. Lilley | Peru - From: Photographs from Peru - by Rachel What stunning photographs! I particularly liked the landscapes with swirling clouds and shafts of light. |
| 15th April 2007 Anita | Photos - From: Photographs from Peru - by Rachel What beautiful photos It's ALMOST like being there.What an adventure you are having.Will you ever settle down when you come back home? Lots of love to you all Anita & Colin |
| 14th April 2007 lawrence,harvey, ellie, dom and lucy | Happy Birthday - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Have a great Birthday Jake - VERY impressed with the diablo - especially theh fire bit - I,m thinking of getting Dom some Fire Diablos - so maybe next time you see him - you could teach him! Have a great day - I know you will |
| 14th April 2007 Peta Ryan | Happy Birthday Jake! - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Happy Birthday Jake! Although I have only met you and your family in Melbourne I am sure our paths will cross again in the very near future. Have a fantastic birthday! You will grow into a very well grounded young man with all the experiences you are having now! Enjoy your special day!! |
| 13th April 2007 Mrs Lilley | Greetings - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? I'll keep this simple, Jake. Happy Birthday! |
| 13th April 2007 Mum! | Hope you like this surprise Birthday Blog! - From: Jake's Birthday is approaching! Have you got 60 seconds to send him a Birthday Message? Jake - I know you don't like having your photo taken - so I'm surprised to find so many photos of you enjoying yourself during our trip! Hope you like this blog and get lots of Birthday Greetings! HAPPY BIRTHDAY! All our love Mum, Dad, Helena and SamuelXXXX |
| 10th April 2007 Kathryn | Happy Days! - From: Thank you blog! Hi and really looking forward to your next trips. I'm sure that Helena isn't snoring. Have a great time and enjoy. Love the disk cover you really do look like a rock band. Love Kathryn xx |
| 10th April 2007 Kathryn | Great Show - From: Tut, Tut. Playing with Fire! by Jake Everson-Crane Well done Jake, I love the photo of you at the end. You look like you have been in a fire! Look how clean your shirt is though - how did that happen. Have a great time. Love Kathryn xx |
| 3rd April 2007 Dom | Brilliant - From: Tut, Tut. Playing with Fire! by Jake Everson-Crane Excellent stuff jake, keep it up ...luv the flap poi, not tried that yet |
| 3rd April 2007 Anita | That looks dangerous - From: Tut, Tut. Playing with Fire! by Jake Everson-Crane Hi Jake What an exciting life you are leading.You are braver than me.I wouldn't like to be that close to fire.Carry on having a great time & keep up the blogs.They are really interesting |
| 3rd April 2007 Anita | Thankyou - From: Thank you blog! It's lovely to hear from you again with your travel news.Big "Thank you" for organizing my signed photograph.I feel very special and will treasure it.You've made an "old lady" very happy.Looking forward to the next blog. |
| 3rd April 2007 Mrs Lilley | Good luck! - From: Thank you blog! Just to wish you all good luck with the next leg of your journey. |
| 3rd April 2007 Mrs Lilley | Fire - From: Tut, Tut. Playing with Fire! by Jake Everson-Crane Great experience but don't run away and join a circus! |
| 2nd April 2007 The FireFlys | Thanks to you - From: Tut, Tut. Playing with Fire! by Jake Everson-Crane Hey its us... u miss us? We miss all u guys!!! Thanks for the help performing, u guys made the show so fun. U guys MADE THE SHOW!! :D U are the real stars. We can't wait for you guys to come back and perform with us some more. We have some new equiptment and some new moves that u would love. We have kanga stilts!!! they bounce! Rachel is scared but she is doing great. The boys are just being show off and running around on there stilts where as i still need a stick to help me balance :-P Leigh = "I'm learning staff and soon i'm getting some fire stuff" Rachel = "Hey guys. Missing you heaps :( Come back! Lol to stay :D Lol we have plenty of cupboards you can stay in :D hopefully we'll see you guys soon with that offer :) How can you say no to an offer that good :D lol...nyway.. Missing you guys heaps and we'll send some toys when your back in England :) xxx" Dave = "Hey. Man i miss u guys. I think i learnt more from you. You are a great family. You are like a new Mum Dad sister and 2 brothers. can't wait to see you again. Just wanna say thanks for everything and that writting on my back tanned in. It won't go away! :P We will send more photos. cya" |
| 2nd April 2007 lacie | awsome - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake thats fantasticf i may climb that for my 13th birthday ur such an inspiration much love lacie |
| 2nd April 2007 Michelle Cavanagh | What a star!! - From: Tut, Tut. Playing with Fire! by Jake Everson-Crane Congratulations Jake. When you eventually choose a career later on in life you'll have many experiences under your belt. Keep up the good work!! |
| 27th March 2007 Dhruv Chauhan | Hey hope you're having a good time - From: We’re Returning to Hoi An, Vietnam - How Many People Can We All Help? - By James, Rachel, Jake, Helena and Samuel. Hey hope you're having a good time and i hope to speak to you soon! Looking good Jake (the bridge looks fun) Dhruv! |
| 23rd March 2007 Anita & Colin | Donation to help - From: We’re Returning to Hoi An, Vietnam - How Many People Can We All Help? - By James, Rachel, Jake, Helena and Samuel. Colin & I would like to donate £50 to help the people over there.Keep sending the blogs.We really enjoy reading them & they really make us feel very touched by the conditions you have found.It's a privilege to be able to help |
| 22nd March 2007 Rosie Paul | Scarves - From: We’re Returning to Hoi An, Vietnam - How Many People Can We All Help? - By James, Rachel, Jake, Helena and Samuel. Hi great to hear of all your trips! Could I please order one of Hanh's scarves?A blue and purple one if it's possible!I will pay £5.00. Thanks so much Rosie Paul (Charlotte Paul's sister!!!!!) |
| 22nd March 2007 Judith | £50 donation - From: We’re Returning to Hoi An, Vietnam - How Many People Can We All Help? - By James, Rachel, Jake, Helena and Samuel. I would like to help with £50, what you are doing is so fantastic . To know that every penny goes to the poor and disabled and to see from your pictures the people you are helping makes giving easy Judith |
| 8th March 2007 Malla | Serenity on the beach - From: Our Long-Tail Boat Trip from Ko Samui to a Desert Island! - By Helena The first and the other pictures of you Helena are so beautiful and shows great serenity. You all look so happy and relaxed. Looking at these pictures gives me a new meaning of "The Haven"(The name I gave to my treatment room). I love to read your stories. |
| 8th March 2007 Emma Arnie | The Japanese ROK! - From: The Emerald Buddha and Royal Palace. So Wat?! So Special!!! - by Jake Hi, our computer is finally mended so I can read all the blogs! I love the pictures+captions, especially Sam going cross eyed! You should say 'Hajimemashte' (hello) and 'Canpeki' (perfect) to everything, although then, they'd probably reply in a stream of Japanese which you wouldn't understand so perhaps you'd best stick to the cross eyes. Your trip sounds amazing! Cya soon. M |
| 7th March 2007 Luke Williams | Wow how brave!!! - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake Well done Jake and you are the brave one not Sam on the ferry! I have looked at all the photo's from all the blogs and it just looks fantastic. Glad you are all having such a great time |
| 5th March 2007 Kathryn Manning | Not in a million years - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake Even if I was hooked onto the bridge by a thousand straps would you get me to climb it. Well done to you both and hopefully Dad had some clean trousers to put on afterwards! Lots of Love Kathryn xxx |
| 5th March 2007 Uncle Dave | Buddha Blog - From: The Emerald Buddha and Royal Palace. So Wat?! So Special!!! - by Jake Great Blog Jake and some really good photos. Looking forward to seeing your pics of the penguins in Oz; Ally told me about your costal drive on the phone yeaterday. Take care and love to everyone. Dave |
| 3rd March 2007 Mrs Lilley | Buddha in Thailand - From: The Emerald Buddha and Royal Palace. So Wat?! So Special!!! - by Jake I've already said how much I have enjoyed the photos, Jake, but I must congratulate you on your descriptive powers. You really bring the whole thing alive with your observations. Hope you are all well and surviving the heat. |
| 3rd March 2007 Mrs Lilley | Aaaargh! - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake Well done to both of you!! I saw a documentary about this and it looked incredibly scary but the most unforgettable experience. |
| 2nd March 2007 Judith | Well done - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake Congratulations Jake another of your life lessons learnt That planning and effort added with bravery, achieves great heights. Everyone is very proud of you. L Judith |
| 2nd March 2007 Ali & Pa | Well done - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake Congratulations from Ali and Pa - what a climb, an experience you will never forget. well done, we are so proud of you. much love A&P |
| 1st March 2007 Amber Morgan | Amazing - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake Just finished looking at all the blogs and can't believe all the fantastic pictures and things you have done. I cant wait to see you again and hear about all your adventures.Luv Amberxxx |
| 1st March 2007 Amber Morgan | Scarves - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Hi Helena. Just looked at the photos and I would love a red scarf for £5. The pictures were great. Cant wait to see you again. Luv Amberxxx |
| 1st March 2007 TheEversonFamily | WAT do you think? - From: The Emerald Buddha and Royal Palace. So Wat?! So Special!!! - by Jake let me know and leave a comment |
| 1st March 2007 TheEversonFamily | It took me ages to do this climb.... - From: Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Climb of a Lifetime! by Jake but it was more dificult to do this blog so please leave me a message! |
| 28th February 2007 Harry Langton | Boat Trip - From: My Big Posh Boat Trip from Ko Samui to Ang Thon National Marine Park - by Samuel Hi Sam, it looks like you're having a fantastic time. I really like the big boat! Did you help to steer it? The snorkelling also looked great fun. From Harry |
| 27th February 2007 Kathryn | Helena's New Hairstyle - From: Our Long-Tail Boat Trip from Ko Samui to a Desert Island! - By Helena Helena, I have been meaning to say for a while now, your new hairstyle looks great. How long did it take to do? Love Kathrynxx |
| 27th February 2007 Kathryn | Wow - From: My Big Posh Boat Trip from Ko Samui to Ang Thon National Marine Park - by Samuel What a lovely lagoon and beautiful photos. Good job you could all squeeze through gaps and none of you got stuck! Well done to Mum - eventually braving the sea. I am not sure I could have climbed such a steep route. Grace certainly couldn't, her knees are as big as water melons at the moment!! Keep up the great stories Samuel. Lots of Love Kathryn xxxx |
| 27th February 2007 Kathryn | Long necked ladies - From: The Long Necked Karen Tribe and The Holey Ear Lobe Tribe! by Helena If the older lady was to remove the rings would her neck collapse? Really great story Helena. |
| 24th February 2007 Daniel Page | Hello Sam - From: My Big Posh Boat Trip from Ko Samui to Ang Thon National Marine Park - by Samuel It looks like you are having lots of fun. The boat looked really good. Were you the captain? The monkeys looked cute. From Dan |
| 24th February 2007 Xander Cameron | - From: Riding an Elephant in Mae Hong Song - by Samuel I've been looking at your elephant pictures they are really cool. You look so high up on the bridge, who saved you when you nearly fell through it? I have noticed that your hair is getting longer. If someone cut it you would probably be the only blonde haired boy that they had ever done. I've had my hair cut in half term... very itchy but I always get a lollipop and a drink! Sasha has been in hospital on a drip for a couple of days as she was dehydrated after a virus. She is getting better. Dad and me had McDonalds for two nights when Mum was slept at the hospital and he let me stay up late to watch the Liverpool Match !! Mum told Dad off !!!! I have moved in the class, I was sitting next to Angus and Mrs Henderson has changed us all around..I'm next to George now and Angus is next to a girl...Darcy. At play time Alfie, Callum, Nikita, Max, Harry, Dan and me connect our Tamagotchi's and play Jinsei games on them. Callum is having a birthday party at the Snow Dome and Luke is having his at Krazy Karts in Swadlincote. George is hoping to have his at Aston Villa Football Club. I'll let you know how they all went. Miss you lots Sam...love from Xander xxx |
| 24th February 2007 Kate Clayton | Ang Thong National Park - From: My Big Posh Boat Trip from Ko Samui to Ang Thon National Marine Park - by Samuel Hi Samuel-this park is magical - we love your pictures. My guide told me there were dolphins living in the lake but I never saw one after many visits. Did you see any? I love those monkeys. Never seen them anywhere else in Thailand. I took a picture of a monkey drinking Coke at a temple in Krabi - will send it to you. Kate |
| 23rd February 2007 Kate Clayton | Hungry fish - From: Our Long-Tail Boat Trip from Ko Samui to a Desert Island! - By Helena Hi Helena and fam. - glad you like Samui. Those fishes you saw - they are very smart. We had the same experience at Phi Phi Island few weeks ago. When they see tourists - they signal each other ' here comes food ! ' and they go yummy yummy at your bread.I think they are not Thai because they prefer bread to rice!! Love to you all. Kate |
| 23rd February 2007 Mrs Lilley | Day-dreams - From: Our Long-Tail Boat Trip from Ko Samui to a Desert Island! - By Helena Hello, Helena! I love reading all the news and looking at your photos. If I close my eyes I can hear the gentle splashing of the waves, the chattering of the monkeys and the regular creaking of the hammock as it sways in the trees ..... zzzzzizzzz........ |
| 23rd February 2007 Mrs Lilley | Boat trip - From: My Big Posh Boat Trip from Ko Samui to Ang Thon National Marine Park - by Samuel Hello, Sam! I would love to go kayaking round that beautiful island - as long as someone else was paddling! The lagoon is magnificent. Was anybody else up there? |
| 23rd February 2007 anonymous | wow - From: Our Long-Tail Boat Trip from Ko Samui to a Desert Island! - By Helena wow Helena, your island certainly looks very beautiful, maybe you'll never want to come home. We hope you do. We would much prefer to be where you are than in England where it's cold and wet. We love all your blogs and look forward to getting them, please keep sending them. Cleo and Mimi |
| 23rd February 2007 TheEversonFamily | PLS - From: Our Long-Tail Boat Trip from Ko Samui to a Desert Island! - By Helena If you like my blog pls leave me a message. Helena |
| 21st February 2007 James, Vicki, Sophie & Elle | Good to catch up - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Finally managed to catch up reading your excellent blogs (we've had problems with our broadband connection). Sam's blog must be worth at least two weeks worth of homework! Great to hear you are having such a good time doing so much good! Are we too late to put in our scarf order? If not, put us down for a blue one and a blue and purple stripey one please at £5 each. Helena looked beautiful as a bridesmaid. Looking forward to your next blog guys. Love Vicki |
| 20th February 2007 Amy | - From: The Best Blog in the World - by Jake! Hiya Everyone. I'm glad you are having such and amazing time there. I like reading all the blogs that everyone has done. I having just come back from skiing with the school and had a great time!! Well speak to you soon Love Amy xx |
| 20th February 2007 Alfie Miles | Are you alright? - From: Riding an Elephant in Mae Hong Song - by Samuel Sam are you alright? Oh the Travel Blog is great Sam, I hope you like it where you are. What are you doing tomorrow? Over half term we went to see some ships called the HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and the Mary Rose. By the way I got a new bike for Christmas. Edward has a message for you to give to Helena, hope it's alright but Eliot is sitting in her seat. Keep the news coming Sam, I especially liked the pictures of the snakes and the elephant. Love Alfie |
| 20th February 2007 Kathryn | Great travelblog Jake - From: The Best Blog in the World - by Jake! Grace and I have just returned from Cumbria and are really enjoying catching up with your news. Lots of Love Kathryn xxxxx |
| 20th February 2007 Helen | - From: Riding an Elephant in Mae Hong Song - by Samuel Ireally enjoyed this blog Sam,glad you are having a good time.I bet it's better than the zoo!See you soon love Helen xx |
| 20th February 2007 Helen | - From: The Long Necked Karen Tribe and The Holey Ear Lobe Tribe! by Helena I have read all your blogs,I have been moved to tears several times.It makes you realise just how lucky we are.You all seem to be having a fantastic time with lots of life changing experiences.Can't wait to hear about them.Love Helen xxx |
| 19th February 2007 Mrs Assinder | Well, what can I say ? - From: Ko Samui - Mummified Monks, Big Buddhas and an enormous Willy! by Jake, Helena and Samuel Hello Jake, Helena and Samuel, All curled up on the sofa with Mott's head on my lap as well as the lap top trying to see what you have been up to. I love the photographs but not too keen on the crocodile! Right now I am trying to get enthusiastic about putting on my wellies finding Mr A. in order to walk the dog and check all the school buildings for the night. If there is a light left on you can bet it will be the one at the top of Twycross House. Actually what I would rather do is have a Thai massage like Samuel that sounds good and looks as if it did the trick with Samuel. Hey ho, can put it off no longer, out into the cold and guess what......it is raining now too, super!! Night night from a wet Twycross, love to you all, Mrs .A.xxx |
| 19th February 2007 Mrs. Assinder. | Well done ! - From: Riding an Elephant in Mae Hong Song - by Samuel Loved your writing, I am learning so much about places I know so little about so please keep up the good work. Here at school the snowdrops are out and I am keeping my eye on the camillias which I have to cover each time it is frosty or their flowers will drop off. It was really snowy two weeks ago and there was lots of fun with sledging with my lot down in Wales. the only way Toby could use his Landrover was to have the chains on the tyres.Rather different from the weather you are having ! Keep up the good work in educating your teacher, Love Mrs A. xxx |
| 19th February 2007 James (Nicki) Brockhurst | Football scarves - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! My mum told us about your blog today and we would like to help your friend Hanh. I play football on Sundays for Rothley Imps and our shirts are red and black stripes. Can Hanh knit 10 scarves in red and black for £5 each and I will try to sell them for that (at least) to our supporters. Please let me know soon as it is nearly the end of the season James |
| 19th February 2007 Emma and Daniel | Wow!! - From: Riding an Elephant in Mae Hong Song - by Samuel Like the title says- WOW SAMUEL!x You were so brave to go on that elephant, it looks like you were really high up. And that bridge did look extremley rickerty. Glad your ok. Well done on writting a fantastic blog. Daniel is smiling at your pictures. lots of love Emma and Daniel x |
| 17th February 2007 Mrs Lilley | Hello,again! - From: The Best Blog in the World - by Jake! Very interesting to read about some of the people you have met and to see their photos. I'll use this at school to spread the word about what needs doing. Keep up the good work! |
| 15th February 2007 Franco | - From: The Long Necked Karen Tribe and The Holey Ear Lobe Tribe! by Helena Did anyone ask if they suffer ill effects from especially in their older years? Have there been any movement to try and ban this practice by either the people involve or the government? |
| 15th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | COMMENT FROM SAMUEL!!! - From: Riding an Elephant in Mae Hong Song - by Samuel It took me ages to do this blog! If you like it please leave me a comment! Thank you1 Samuel x |
| 13th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thanks Michelle and thanks to Andy's Mum! - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Thanks for showing her Helena's blog! And your neighbour! Hope all's going well at work! Rachel x |
| 13th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | Hello Malla in Finland! - From: Lessons Learned - by Jake It's good to hear from you! We were thinking of you yesterday becuase Helena and I had our first Thai foot massage and we were looking at a reflexology chart similar to one you first explained to me in Market Harborough! All our best wishes, Rachel x |
| 11th February 2007 Malla | Regards from Finland - From: Lessons Learned - by Jake I am so pleased to have got this site from Judith. I just went through all your notes and pictures. It was very emotional. But as you described, people are happy and you are having great time. I couldn`t think of any better education than what you are experiencing on your travel. You make great changes for peoples lives, including your own. And the waves are coming all the way to Finland as well! Best regards from Malla X |
| 11th February 2007 Michelle Higgins | more scarves - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Hi Helena, Michelle here again could i have another blue scarf and a red scarf @ £5 each,its for Andys mum, she was very taken by Hanhs story many thanks x |
| 11th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thanks Michelle - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Thanks for that wonderful quote - we can't wait to see you in Sydney in just a few weeks time! All our best wishes Rachel X |
| 11th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | Nicki - Nice to hear from you. Jake's first long blog is due out any day if Alex is interested! - From: Hoi An - an experience for us all! - by Rachel The kids really like riding on the back of mopeds without helmets. Very little health and safety here! It's brilliant! Best wishes Rachel & James X |
| 11th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thanks Emma for your very generous donation! - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! It is really kind of you and will make a big difference to Hanh and her family. Hope you are all well love Helena X |
| 11th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | Nice to hear from you Mr Perry from Jake - From: Lessons Learned - by Jake You'd get really excited in Vietnam and Thailand. Perhaps Mr assinder could subsidise a field trip for us out here?! Only joking! See my next blog soon. Jake |
| 11th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thanks Mr Perry (Geography Games and All Round Super Teacher!) - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Thank you so much for your comment. - Hope the scarf brings Reading FC Good Luck - keep looking at the blog as there is lots of geography to come! Helena |
| 10th February 2007 Mr. Perry | - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Hi Helena. Thanks for your news. I'll have a scarf, blue for Reading FC. Keep up the good work. Best wishes Mr.Perry |
| 10th February 2007 Mr Perry | - From: Lessons Learned - by Jake Hi Jake Thanks for the news.Glad you,ve come to realize how fortunate we are here in the UK.Keep up the good work! Best wishes Mr. Perry |
| 10th February 2007 Emma Arnold | Scarves please! - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Dear Helena, Please could I order two scarves - one blue and one blue and purple - from Hanh. Her knitting looks so neat, mine is always full of holes. Could I pay £10 a scarf and give you the money at school, please? Thank you, Emma |
| 10th February 2007 Michelle Higgins | more scarves please - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Hi Helena/ Rachel, my next door neighbours have just been looking at your blog and left me this message: Haven't done a thing since I logged on to the web site. What a family!! Please order me a Dark red and a stripey blue/purple scarf. Will give you £20 next week when I have some cash!!. Regards, Irene |
| 10th February 2007 Michelle Higgins | Scarves - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Hi Helena/ Rachel you are doing a fantastic job,hope you are all having a wonderful experience.please could i order 2 scarves a blue one and a purple and black and red stripey one @ £5 each.love to you all Michelle and Andy x |
| 9th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | What colour scarves?!! - From: We changed someone's life today..... by Rachel Sorry Mrs Bryan - I forgot to ask what colour scarves you wanted? Let me know or I will just pick a mixture for you. Thanks Helena X |
| 9th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | Paying for Scarves - From: We changed someone's life today..... by Rachel Mrs Bryan - Thank you for your comment and scarf order! In response to your question about paying you can give us the money when we next see you at school. Hanh is very happy! Thanks Helena X |
| 7th February 2007 Nicki | Fascinating - From: Hoi An - an experience for us all! - by Rachel This was a moving acount Rachel and for 3am I am impressed. Along with others it makes me think about the luxury we take for granted. Looking forward to the childrens accounts as James and alex have asked to read these - I am not sure they quite believe children their age can be involved in this project and experiencing so much first hand. Keep writing |
| 7th February 2007 Mrs Bryan | Scarf order - From: We changed someone's life today..... by Rachel Hi Rachel, James and family, Please may I order 3 scarves @ £5 each. How do I pay you. Keep up the wonderful work you are doing. Love Janet |
| 7th February 2007 Mrs Bryan | - From: Me Son - by Samuel Everson-Crane Hi Sam,Helena and Jake, Wow what an adventure, better than Harry Potter!! take care Love Mrs Bryan |
| 7th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | CLEO & MIMI - What colour scarves?! - From: We changed someone's life today..... by Rachel Thank you for your very generous donation! Hanh will be so happy. It makes me feel very happy too to have been able to transform her life. She is so lovely and gentle. What colour scarves would you like? Rachel X |
| 7th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | THANK YOU HANNAH - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Hannah - thank you for your order. Hanh is so lovely - I know you would like her if you met her. She is very happy with your order! HelenaX |
| 7th February 2007 TheEversonFamily | Thanks Michelle - Looking forward to seeing you! - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Michelle - thanks for all your lovely comments and the great quote - this trip has really made us realise what a difference it is possible to make! We're looking forward to coming to Sydney and seeing you both soon! Rachel X |
| 5th February 2007 Michelle Cavanagh | Congratulations! - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! What wonderful efforts you are making to reach out and help a friend. As the cultural anthropologist Margaret Mead once said "Never underestimate the power of a few committed people to change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has." I'm really looking forward to seeing you when you arrive in Sydney. My how you've grown since the last time we met! Michelle xx |
| 5th February 2007 Kathryn Manning | Teeth Cleaning! - From: Funny Photos from Vietnam Thank you so much for the ammunition for bedtime routine. Grace has a visit to the dentist soon..... Helena, you looked beautiful in your bridesmaid dress and the boys looked the part also. I am so enjoying your stories. Not sure about the toilet, we struggle with this France and I think that Grace would NOT go for the whole holiday if they were all like that! Just been told by someone in the know that LOL stands for Laugh Out Loud and not Lots of Love. Oh well, Lots of Love Kathrynxx |
| 5th February 2007 Alan Tunbridge | Scarves - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! All of you are doing great work - inspirational is not too strong a description! Please put me down for two scarves - one blue and one blue striped - @ £5 each. Hilary and I watch your progress with admiration and hope that you will all come through your adventures in good health. Take care -and bon voyages. |
| 5th February 2007 Cleo and Mimi Henry | Scarf Order - From: We changed someone's life today..... by Rachel Dear Helena, please can we order 2 scarves from your lovely friend Hanh. We think, if we went to Accessorize, we would have to pay about £10.00 each, so that seems about right. Could you pay Hanh £20.00 for us and we will give the money to you when you come home. We love reading about your adventures, mummy always cries, when she reads them. Hope you are very happy, Cleo and Mimi. ps. you choose the colours for the scarves. |
| 4th February 2007 Mrs Lilley | Hi, Sam! - From: Me Son - by Samuel Everson-Crane Me Son must be the weediest temple in the world. Don't take the corners too fast on that motor-bike! |
| 4th February 2007 Mrs Lilley | Great to hear from you! - From: Lessons Learned - by Jake I was really interested to hear of some Vietnamese customs, particularly giving something with two hands. 'Camon' for that and 'tam biet' for now! |
| 4th February 2007 Mrs Lilley | Lovely to hear your news! - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! I've so enjoyed reading all the family blogs. Hanh is lucky to have you as a friend, Helena. Tell her I will happily pay £5 for one of the lovely blue scarves. |
| 4th February 2007 Hannah Jackson | I'd like a scarf please - From: Buy Scarves and help Hanh survive - by Helena! Hi Helena. Looks like you are having a great time. I would love a purple and blue stripey scarf and would like to pay £5. Keep up the good work. Love Hannah xxx |
| 3rd February 2007 Tracey | Heartfelt - From: Hoi An - an experience for us all! - by Rachel Rachel...You will most definately come back a different person and with such heartfelt, sincere writing...you will undoubtedly make some of us at home think long and hard about just how fortunate we really are. I need to give Sashi and Xander another hug now b4 I go to bed...I feel quite emotional! Keep safe and well....Tracey x |
| 3rd February 2007 Xander | hello sam - From: Me Son - by Samuel Everson-Crane Sam.... how fast did you go on the motorbike. the jeep looks cool. you look like you are having a great time as you are always smiling. i miss you at school sam but keep having fun love from xander x |
| 29th January 2007 Kathryn | My Goodness - From: Hoi An - an experience for us all! - by Rachel What can I say (as I tuck into my cheese sandwich). Loved the photos, particularly of Long's Grandmother. I shouldn't have worn mascara today. Keep safe. LOL Kathryn xxxx |
| 27th January 2007 Michelle Cavanagh | What a life-changing experience! - From: Hoi An - an experience for us all! - by Rachel Such experiences will change you all forever - especially Jake, Helena & Samuel. For you, Rachel & James, the inequity in this world is a known but I imagine it would be quite a revelation to the children. We are really looking forward to hearing many more of your stories when you arrive in Sydney. Love to all, Michelle xx |
| 26th January 2007 DJT | My Son, Honda's and Jeeps :-) - From: Me Son - by Samuel Everson-Crane Glad that you are liking Viet Nam. I too liked riding on the Honda's. Back in 1999, we went to My Son and we sat 8 people in the back part of the jeep. Mainly because our first vehicle broke down. I've been to Viet Nam 3 times now, and going back in 2008 (maybe). Thank you for your service to the people of Vietnam. The story of the few gifts given to the boy really touched my wife. Made her a little homesick, I think. Enjoy your stay, I can't wait to read more of not only your travels in Viet Nam, but in other countries as well. I'll wish you and your family an early - Chuc mung nam moi! Hen gap lai, DJT http://www.vnphotogallery.com |
| 25th January 2007 fafa | Best wishes on your adventure!! - From: Hoi An - an experience for us all! - by Rachel Have to say your travelblog really touched me, what an incredibly generous family you are. We loved Hawaii and Canada, we will think of some things that you can do as a family, will email you our recommedatins as soon as possible. Good luck on your travels! |
