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| 8th November 2009 Heli from Finland | Congratulations! - From: Happening All Over Again... Hi Mel! Wau you made it! It was quite a journey for you! Hugs and kisses! Heli |
| 5th November 2009 Liz | Rainbow's end - From: Happening All Over Again... Congrats on your mammoth journey, Mel - all looked awesome (aside - do you like that, using the local lingo lol) I lol when I saw you at the wheel of the roadtrain, yeah defo watch out kangas :) All's good here, feeling cold atm as problems with boiler again, bet it's scorching out there. I'll defo have to arrange to come and visit - new A/L out in April. When's the best month to visit? I could bring my other half :D xx |
| 5th November 2009 Emma | It was a pleasure :) - From: Happening All Over Again... So glad I met you on that bus....you brightened up all of my dark days! Miss ya every day!! xxx |
| 4th November 2009 Meral | - From: Happening All Over Again... Great to see your final update from your Oz Bus experience, it looks like you had a fitting end to your amazing journey. Can't believe how big the road trains really are, 18 gears!! Popeye is definitely a man with a heart of gold, Elissa will cherish the koala he sent to her :) Enjoy your time in Sydney and look forward to your future travel updates. xx |
| 4th November 2009 Alissa | What an adventure!! - From: Happening All Over Again... Ahh love.. a trip of a life time.. Can you believe it's over? I'm so proud of you! And soo happy I have another mate to meet up with on Sydney trips! xo |
| 4th November 2009 Mama Kocak | - From: Happening All Over Again... Well done for achieving such a long journey and having gained so much experience... Hope your days and months in Australia will be as good as you dreamt it to be... Can't wait to see you out there! Lots of love xx |
| 4th November 2009 Lynn Steele | Hello OZ - From: Happening All Over Again... Hi Mel Glad to see you have arrived safe and sound. I expect you are job hunting now. Hope you manage to get some good accommodation sorted out, you need a bit of comfort after your trip! I reached the grand old age of 60 last week but still working for Kent Top Temps at Social Services. Doing the Pajama Game with Canterbury at the moment. Take care and look forward to hearing more of you news. Love Lynn |
| 4th November 2009 katie | - From: Happening All Over Again... You take some awesome photos Mel but next we will be there to see the opera house in the flesh with you! See you next week!! |
| 4th November 2009 rhianne | You made it! - From: Happening All Over Again... Ah honey it sounds like you've come home now you've reached Australia! Your roadtrain journey sounded fantastic! So glad you're having a great time. Take care xxx |
| 4th November 2009 Barbs | Woop Woop - From: Happening All Over Again... Wow, that all looks fab. I'm getting properly excited now. That truck looks fab and well done for making it through such a long journey. I bet Popeye was really pleased for the company. Imagine going all that way with no-one to speak to. Only 3 days of work left for us. Yippeee!!! Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 17th September 2009 akash pal | INDIAN - From: Don't stand to close to me INDIA IS A GREAT COUNTRY. AND YOU ALSO GREAT |
| 14th September 2009 Alissa | - From: Sun Goes Down Bali looked like a nice vacation.. glad you made that choice.. sorry to hear about your camera.. that's terrible... |
| 14th September 2009 Mama Kocak | - From: Sun Goes Down Great places, story and pictures loved it all except the monkies... Good to hear you enjoyed this last leg of your voyage in Far East and being so close to Australia making you even more happier... Much love xxxx |
| 14th September 2009 Liz | Malaysia & Indonesia - From: Sun Goes Down Hey Melly, Great to see you looking so well in your pics and still having a good time regardless of the travelling and pickpocket. Looking forward to the next update already. The house is coming on well now, yesterday it has just started to feel like a home, just as well as have had it for 2 months now. For you and me - good things come to those who wait. Much love, Lxxx |
| 14th September 2009 Meral | - From: Sun Goes Down phew... that sounds like a lot of days in the bus covering lots of miles! Good job you went for the slightly quick journey to Bali and had a few extra days to relax at the nice resort :) Real shame about the camera incident though, grrrr.. Glad you have been able to get yourself a new one since so we still have nice pictures to look forward to seeing. Take care x |
| 14th September 2009 katie | - From: Sun Goes Down Mel, It's Monday morning and I am sat at my desk in dull autumnal London looking at your pics of monkeys. The picture of the sunset over Panganderon is awesome. You could make money selling your pics to Lonely Planet. Great to see you so happy and sunkissed. Can't wait for the grand finale instalment on Australia. Big hugs xx |
| 14th September 2009 Barbs | - From: Sun Goes Down Hiya hon. It's turning chilly here so I'm even more jealous than usual at your pictures. I sooooh need a holiday and some sun. Can't wait for our trip. 8 weeks and counting!! Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 4th September 2009 Mell | - From: Don't stand to close to me Great blog as usual. :) It brought back memories of my trip to that part of India, last Christmas. |
| 27th August 2009 Shakirah | Interesting! - From: I Predict A Riot Certainly, seeing riots happening in front of your eyes does put things in perspectives. What a unique experience you had! |
| 26th August 2009 Meral | - From: Got To Be There Well deserved break and nice place to have it :) Looking forward to your next update. Take care x |
| 19th August 2009 Teyze Nur | Black Moon Party - From: Got To Be There Do you think we'll have time for partying on the way? Me like buckets! Carry on enjoying yourself & take care :) Love x |
| 18th August 2009 Alissa | - From: Got To Be There tell me more about your facial.. I want to get one.. but I'm scared.. what exactly happened to you? lol |
| 17th August 2009 Laura | Jealousssss - From: Got To Be There Hey! Thailand looks amazing. I could do with one of those buckets right now!!! xoxo |
| 17th August 2009 Rhianne | Sounds amazing - From: Got To Be There Hi there girlie! Loving all your blogs - it takes me out of my mundane working week : ) Koh Samui sounded like bliss - I am dead jealous. Makes me pine for the maldives! Not sure how much of a chance you have had to keep up on FB but I thought I should let you know I'm pregnant! Due on 11th Dec - very exciting : ) Anyway, look forward to reading your next installment. Take care and lots of love Rhianne xxx |
| 17th August 2009 Liz | Thailand - From: Got To Be There Hey Mel, great to read your blog again! Pictures are fab, loving the stalls - am getting an education on the world from my home. Speaking of which, diy is nearly done and hope to be able to move into my new house for September, whoop. Btw the mind boggles in regard to your black moon party lol! Love ya xxx |
| 17th August 2009 Barbs | - From: Got To Be There Hiya Hon You look so relaxed and happy. Fab that you got some time to yourself, sometimes it's hard being with so many people all the time. Hey, we're off to look at flights this weekend coming - shock horror!! Will let you know how we get on. ;-) Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 16th August 2009 Mama Kocak | - From: Got To Be There Glad you had a nice break in a beautiful setting which you truly deserved. Enjoyed reading your blog very much and the pictures are great too. Thank you, love xx |
| 12th August 2009 Lozza | - From: Free Falling My heart was in my mouth reading about your canyon swing, bungy etc!!!! Don't think I'd fancy the white water rafting, knowing my luck I would get thrown out into the water! But well done you for sticking with it! Love the pictures of the elephants, sooo cute! And hearing about your kayaking reminds me of our trip in Oz; hope there weren't any crocs in the water you were in and you didn't lose your sungalsses like last time :) Missing you lots as always xxxxxx |
| 10th August 2009 Tom | - From: Free Falling Nepal sounds lovely I want to visit myself now! Your bravery and sense of adventure never fails to impress me! I'm with Alissa, I'd rather go down with the rapids anyway!! I think you arrive in Australia today woooooo! xx |
| 2nd August 2009 farhan ahmad | brave and interesting - From: The 'Rain' in Bangkok goes mainly in the drain... its now 11 pm here in lahore,pakistan and i am reading your travel profile in travel blog. you have travelled alot and its nice seeing a lady traveled to so many countries. best of luck for your future journeys farhan |
| 30th July 2009 Teyze Nur | Brave Free Fall - From: Free Falling Darling you're so brave! Your Dad would be so proud of you-I'm sure he is. Glad you enjoyed 'Never Ending Peace & Love' Take good care, lots of love x |
| 30th July 2009 Meral | - From: Free Falling Wow, what an amazing time you had in Nepal and what a difference to your blog reports from other countries! The video of your swing and jump, which Mama and I have had a sneak preview of (as well as Peter and Pat) did show how brave you were, there was no hesitation- well done! Althought I think I prefered watching the swing, it looked like great fun :) Look forward to your Thailand update. Take care x |
| 29th July 2009 Alissa | - From: Free Falling The baby elephants are soo cute.. and by the way you're honestly crazy girl!!! I'd rather go down with the rapids then bungee jump or canyon swing! Your poor mother.. The trip looks fantastic.. love you |
| 29th July 2009 Mama Kocak | - From: Free Falling A beautiful country and beautiful pictures, glad you enjoyed yourself although with some inevitable mishaps-but I suppose that's the name of the game .. I really enjoyed your blog and pictures, thank you. Love X |
| 27th July 2009 Lozza | - From: Don't stand to close to me Oh Mel, that monket story made me laugh so much! I'm sorry, it just would happen to you though wouldn't it!! The things you get yourself into, like that time we got stuck on the side of a gorge, serioudly how can anyone manage that but me and you!!! Pictures are lovely btw. Not long til Oz!!! Loves xxxxx |
| 20th July 2009 mama kocak | - From: Don't stand to close to me What a country with its rituals, poverty and of course the famous World Heritage, Taj Mahal which makes this country quite an experience. Lovely pictures, good to see you as well as the historic sites. Beware of the monkeys though! Love, mama xx |
| 20th July 2009 Barbs | Demons and Angels. - From: Don't stand to close to me Isn't it such a shame that the Ganges is so polluted. I can't imagine what sort of evil lies in that water. Mind you, as it's a place to wash away sins then it's no wonder it's so evil. Glad you didn't go in though, the pool looks much nicer. Hey, like your halo at the golden temple, tehe. |
| 20th July 2009 Androulla Constantinou | hellllllllllllllllllloooo - From: Don't stand to close to me Hello hun, Great blog....there are flying monkeys everywhere then?! lol! As always you look like you are having lots and lots of fun. Hope all is good with you xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 20th July 2009 Mel Oz | Holier than thou - From: Don't stand to close to me Loving the pics, especially the one of you with the halo at the Golden Temple! xxx |
| 20th July 2009 Alissa | What a shock.. - From: Don't stand to close to me Imagine the animal lover you are to get attacked!! lol Poor thing.. that would of been a sight.. as for poo that's what you get :P You're pictures are great... India has some very beautiful locations! Hopefully the thai food is easier on your stomach. xoxo |
| 19th July 2009 Liz | India - From: Don't stand to close to me Melly, what adventures!! lol re the monkey attack, glad you got saved! You have a halo in your pic at the Golden Temple - how apt, thank you for saying a prayer for us all. My update: I have the keys to the house and now could do a blog on the diy lol! Good to know a bit more about India, looking forward to Nepal. I have a friend who lives there if you ever want to go again (he runs adventure elephant hikes and the like). Til next time xxx |
| 19th July 2009 Meral | - From: Don't stand to close to me Thank you Meltem, I feel like I was there with you in India. Very interesting to read about the traditions and ceremonies that take place out there and how different things like death are viewed. Great photos also, nice to see you have been able to relax a little as well :) Take care x |
| 19th July 2009 Tom | - From: Don't stand to close to me Ahhh trust you to be jumped on by a monkey thats so funny you've given me a good chuckle!! If it had managed to get your pants down as well i dont think i could of handled it for the laughing!! xxx |
| 15th July 2009 newquayweb | - From: All Summer Long! yeah, you are quite right there when you said that life is short. Life is so short and also unpredictable. so whilst we are still in control in our lives, we should live it to the fullest and one way of doing so is by making travels and marvel with nature's miracles. congratulations! |
| 14th July 2009 Katie | - From: The Heat is on Your updates make you sound like a war correspondant! I love reading about your adventures so keep them coming. I miss you!! |
| 13th July 2009 Meral | - From: The Heat is on Its a shame that the heat was so extreme that you weren't able to enjoy too much of Pakistan but well done for seeing the places that you did. Thank you for sharing the pics with us. Looking forward to your India adventures.. Take care x |
| 12th July 2009 Lozza | - From: I Predict A Riot Gosh, sounds a bit scary eh! Glad you got out in one piece but what an amazing place I'm sure! I did laugh when i saw that picture of you on the exercise machine, hee hee! Missing you but sooo prod of all the wonderful things you have doen so far! Keep it up!xxx |
| 11th July 2009 Mell | - From: The Heat is on Another great blog. :) There is a lot of political trouble in Pakistan at the moment too. Glad you didnt encounter any of it, appart from the presence of armed guards. Looking forward to your blogs about India. I have been there 3 times. I love visiting India. It is quite an experience. Mel |
| 11th July 2009 Mama Kocak | Too much heat - no good - From: The Heat is on Sorry to hear you suffered from the heat - suppose every country is different in many ways. Had the feeling that Pakistan looks much better than the previous country - except for the heat - wrong time of the year! Never mind you have been there - better than nothing. Carry on.... love M x |
| 10th July 2009 anonymous | - From: I Predict A Riot Hello TurkishDelight :) Thanks for that blog. I was hoping that somebody would post a first hand experience about what is happening in Iran, to add to what I am reading in the news. Mel |
| 1st July 2009 Alissa | OMG.... - From: I Predict A Riot Wow lady.. that was one scary adventure.. I'm glad you made it out safe and sound.. your photos are scary also.. it just seems unreal that you'd actually be in the middle of something like that! No more "you" time until you've touched on safer ground and until then.. spend "you" time in the toilet! I love you!! |
| 1st July 2009 Liz | - From: I Predict A Riot Lol re your outfits Mel, at least you wear pjs (what about the ppl who don't?...) ;) Not good to hear how you've been caught up in the riots, you silly going out in that, phew, so glad you're safe. Take care of yourself missus. I don't know where you're going next but don't take any chances. Love you xxx |
| 1st July 2009 Barbs | - From: I Predict A Riot Blimey woman, you do like taking risks! I have to admire your bravery but thank goodness you made it out without any problems. It really is different when you see it first hand. I think we all get sanitised to pictures on TV and seeing it in person gives you a reality that the news never gets across. Keep safe hon. Love Barbs.xx |
| 29th June 2009 Meral | - From: I Predict A Riot Fancinating to hear your story of Iran first hand and what a time to have been there... It is such a shame that there is so much unrest in the country and to think that it was such a modern place not so long ago :( Looking forward to your next update :) |
| 28th June 2009 Mama Kocak | Witnessing the riot - From: I Predict A Riot What an unexpected bad experience in Tehran which might have spoiled your visit in a way, as well as getting into the outfits required for the ladies. Didn't I tell you not to go out on your own? As the Turkish saying goes "The wolf gets the one who is separated from the flock" Luckily it was OK in the end. What a shame for Iran to be going through this phase. Hope gets better for the future generations - like the young family in the photo. Hope the rest of your journey will be a peaceful one. Oh by the way, I like your open air gym picture! We never did experience one in Turkey during our previous visits. What a contrast for a country like Iran... Keep safe, love X |
| 28th June 2009 Tom | - From: Before I fall to pieces 50 meter absail! OMG - hats off to you I couldn't do that, and to go 1st...you crazy woman! The mascots are clearly getting along well!! xx |
| 25th June 2009 Mama Kocak | Reunion - From: Before I fall to pieces Fond memories in Istanbul and the mischief you got into in Goreme!!!! X |
| 25th June 2009 Mamma Kocak | - From: Everywhere you go you always take the weather with you! Very interesting places and thank you for sharing the photos with us. X |
| 25th June 2009 Mama Kocak | Not long - From: The Wheels On The Bus Go Round And Round See you in Istanbul X |
| 24th June 2009 Meral | - From: Before I fall to pieces Wonderful memories from Istanbul with so much jammed into the few days we had together! I love the photo of your accommodation in Goreme, it must have been great sleeping in one of the caves. Also, well done for being so brave and going ahead with the abseiling, sounds like it was quite an adventure (preparing you for things to come...). xx |
| 24th June 2009 Liz | - From: Before I fall to pieces Wow, loving the abseiling yarn, 50m, go girl! Great you saw your family and got to the dentist. Liking how monkey's making friends too lol. Now come on, you can't keep us guessing - what other attention did you all have?? You tease ;) Fab pics & commentary as ever. Lxx |
| 24th June 2009 Alissa | Your NUTS!! - From: Before I fall to pieces "Hey love.. only you.. lol soo proud of you.. way to go first with the abseiling and showing everyone how it's done!! you go girl! The air balloon picture is amazing!! The family looks great.. how exciting to see them during your visit.. keep the adventures coming! xoxo |
| 23rd June 2009 Nicky | - From: Before I fall to pieces YAY! Looks like you're having an awesome time hun!!KEEP IT UP!!I'm going to meet Johnny Depp tonight!!!SWOOOON!!!!xxxxx |
| 23rd June 2009 Richie | Yep your nuts - From: Before I fall to pieces that looks like a hell of alot of fun |
| 23rd June 2009 Laura | - From: Before I fall to pieces check out all the mascots. bet you are getting a nice tan too. booo hoooo!! xx |
| 16th June 2009 christine | Bye bye & congratulations Meral!! - From: There She Goes.. Hi so pleased you look so right travelling! Didn't know about Meral and Tim being pregnant congratulations!!!! How exciting!! |
| 16th June 2009 Liz | Europe part 2 - From: Everywhere you go you always take the weather with you! Ah Vienna! ;) Hope it starts to brighten up a bit for you soon! It's lush here now, getting nice and freckly. Looking forward to the next instalment xxx |
| 16th June 2009 Meral | - From: Everywhere you go you always take the weather with you! the sky is looking a little grim from the pictures but lots of smiles which is always good. I suspect not many more of your pics will be so rainy from now on though ;) xx |
| 16th June 2009 Alissa | I don't think I put my name on the last comment... - From: Everywhere you go you always take the weather with you! I just got too excited that it finally let me write something.. it gave me a hard time on your last entry!! Cheers love. xoxo |
| 16th June 2009 anonymous | - From: Everywhere you go you always take the weather with you! Rain rain go away..sounds like your having a real adventure.. makes me want to pack up and travel with you!! Keep the entries coming.. they're always a giggle! xoxo |
| 14th June 2009 Meral | - From: The Wheels On The Bus Go Round And Round ...and the journey beginnings! Not sure how you are going to keep us up to date with all that you are doing as there is soooo much you are fitting into your days (esp if the days in Istanbul are anything to go by!). Look forward to your next installment- once you are somewhere safe with an internet connection :(... xx |
| 11th June 2009 Liz | Western Europe - From: The Wheels On The Bus Go Round And Round Haha, love your photo of the hole in the wall - Man, they must be tall there! Lovely shots, glad the weather's nice for you. And pleased that you've finally met the rest of your group! Plenty of time for hotties :) Love ya, Lxxx |
| 11th June 2009 LIz ;-) | Bon voyage! - From: There She Goes.. Mel, how good to read your blog again, loving the pics both from the party and your balloon ride. Thanks for the advert poem, very moving! Missing you already Lxxx |
| 11th June 2009 lisa | - From: The Wheels On The Bus Go Round And Round Hello my dear, nice to see you've started the blog again. Prague looks really nice and would love to see the church of bones, very cool. Look forward to the next update. Take care xxxxx |
| 11th June 2009 Lozza | - From: The Wheels On The Bus Go Round And Round Hello! I was wondering when you were gonna get started on your blog! Weather looks like it has been lovely - lucky you! Great pics, especially the glass of beer that is the size of your head lol! Can't wait for the next update! Love Lozza xxxxxx |
| 11th June 2009 Rhianne | Go Girl! - From: The Wheels On The Bus Go Round And Round It all sounds brilliant and so exciting to be finally starting your new adventure! Take care honey xxx |
| 1st June 2009 David | Goodbye, Farewell, Auf Wiedesen, Adieu - From: There She Goes.. I loved your description of what this journey is about. Without doubt your travels have shaped you as a person, but also you as a person will shape those around you who you travel with. The bus trip is so you Mel, and I know you will have a wonderful time xx |
| 31st May 2009 Pat | HAVE A WONDERFUL TIME! - From: There She Goes.. Mel, We will visit Mama as arranged, do make the most of your grand adventure and see as much as you can. We will keep up with you on your blog and see you on your return. Love Pat and Peter Brownlow |
| 28th May 2009 Androulla! | woo hoo - From: There She Goes.. Cool blog hun, am a fan already! was it really 2 years ago when I was signing in as munchkin!!!!!! lol! Mel = Ace! xx speak soon. xxxxx |
| 28th May 2009 lisa | - From: There She Goes.. Hello my dear, nice to read your first blog. I do agree on the journey analogy. We certainly are all on our own journey. Feel my new life has just started as well. I hope you have a lovely time and it was lovely to see you before you went, keep in touch, Lisa xxxx |
| 28th May 2009 Mama Kocak | Bon Voyage - From: There She Goes.. After two years of a gap it was good to start reading your blogs again. This first one was great in wording the aim of your trip and showing the latest activities you've done with all those close to your heart. I am so proud of you, till we meet in Istanbul X |
| 28th May 2009 Heli | - From: There She Goes.. Good luck on the journey! I hope you experience a lot of love, inner peace and joy! I am glad to be able to follow your journey through your blog. So at least like this... our paths cross on these life long journeys! Heli :) |
| 28th May 2009 Meral | Good luck, stay safe and enjoy :) - From: There She Goes.. Great blog entry, sharing with everyone the great deal of things even before you set out on your adventures :) Loved the quote, great words that we should all try to remember. Enjoy the first leg of your journey through Europe and see you very soon in Istanbul :) xx |
| 28th May 2009 Rhianne | Bon Voyage - From: There She Goes.. I cannot believe you are off again already! I know you are going to have a totally amazing time. I can't wait to experience it all with you through your blog. Happy adventures xxx |
| 28th May 2009 Barbs | Happy Travels - From: There She Goes.. You're going to have a fab time. I'll be keeping up to date on your travels and feeling envious the whole way. See you later in the year honey bun. Love and hugs xx. |
| 28th May 2009 Dawn Edwards | Crazy as a box of frogs!!! - From: There She Goes.. Little Mel, Can't believe the shy little lass that I first met is now an international lady of travel?? The pardy looked brilliant, what is it with this flying game that never seems to allow me to be where I need to be? Must become more adept at manipulating the system me thinks. Have fun, but purleese stay safe. Make sure you stretch your legs as often as is practical ok? Lots of love and adventures. DD xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 27th May 2009 Oz Mel | Exciting - From: There She Goes.. Will be thinking of you and wishing you a safe journey. Looking forward to the updates! I can't wait to see you xxxx |
| 12th January 2009 Mama Kocak | Dreams can come true! - From: I'm dreaming of a White Christmas What a dream and what a great adventure. Will always cherish the memories we had together. Love always xx |
| 7th January 2009 Alissa | Be careful what you wish for!! lol - From: I'm dreaming of a White Christmas Wow..what an adventure!! Looks like you and Mama k had a fantastic time.. the views were breathtaking eh? I think I'll pass on the sausage though.. thanks love! :P xox |
| 6th January 2009 Meral & Tim | - From: I'm dreaming of a White Christmas Great selection of photos Meltem; the scenery was amazing and it looks like you both had lots of fun :) xx |
| 5th January 2009 The swedish spider-man | Sweden next time... ;) - From: I'm dreaming of a White Christmas Hey. Glad you got your white Christmas! :) Hope everything else follows your dreams as well. As far as a white christmas goes, you can always come to Sweden next time. Can't promise any big guns, but snow is never impossible... ;) Take care! |
| 5th January 2009 Barbs | Wow! - From: I'm dreaming of a White Christmas Hiya Honey, That looks fabulous. Sounds like you had an excellent time. I know what you mean about the adrenalin rush on the sledging. Ad and I did a massive sledge run a few years ago when we were ski-ing and oh my God, it was so much fun. I couldn't stop laughing either, despite ending up face first in the snow on a number of occasions. tehehehe. Barbs. |
| 28th September 2008 peter s | happy holiday - From: All Summer Long! Hi Mel; so pleased to read you are still exploring britain, and having so much fun at the same time. Wish i was as organised as you...till the next time ....have happy adventures Pete |
| 20th August 2008 PAVLOV | - From: All Summer Long! Too bad the beers didn't get the same treatment as the Bee got... I'm glad you had a nice trip. Bee safe.... ;) |
| 18th August 2008 Meral | - From: All Summer Long! Really like the pictures and sounds like an eventful and fun trip, thanks for sharing your memories with us x |
| 18th August 2008 Laura | Honey i shrunk Mel - From: All Summer Long! Is this a remake of Honey i shrunk the kids? giant bees, flowers and huge golf balls?!? Well i think your next entry shall be cool too... xxx |
| 18th August 2008 Barbs | - From: All Summer Long! Well done on getting the tent up. Looks like you did a good job and sounds like you had to by the sound of the weather. Yuck! Love the piccies, the beaches look gorgeous, I love the veggie patch at the Eden project - think ours has a way to go before it looks like that. Speak to you soon honey bun. Barbs.xx |
| 17th August 2008 Turkishdelight | What can I really say about the bee...??? - From: All Summer Long! Its taken too much of the powder stuff and is happy in its own little world..!!?? |
| 17th August 2008 B | Bee - From: All Summer Long! lol!! whats the story with that bee Mel???? |
| 17th August 2008 Mama | Cornish Pastries...hhhmmmm YUM! - From: All Summer Long! Yet another delightful blog to read and see the places visited which is equally enjoyable. Thank you and well done... love, ma xx |
| 17th August 2008 lee | hi - From: All Summer Long! how u get that close to a queen bee? lol |
| 14th May 2008 Lynn | Memories for the Future - From: Kiss kiss Hi Mel Not only have you kept us all entertained with your travel news, you have created a wonderful diary for you to look back on later in life. I wish blogs had been invented when Adrian and I went round the world 40 years ago. If you are around the week beginning 27th May HBOS have a show at the Playhouse, Whitstable. featuring Richard Rodgers music. I'll be there all week as I am the PA for the show. Love Lynn |
| 6th May 2008 Liz | Donkey - From: Kiss kiss Mel, what a fab blog off, cheers for sharing. You look so tanned I will have to catch up before you and I go out together haha as I am a milkbottle as workworkwork but weather has been nice for the bank holiday apparently. I love the shrek donkey!! And all your friends and family look nice too :) Must be great to meet up. Safe trip back. Love Lizxx |
| 6th May 2008 Mama Kocak | Tulips.... - From: Kiss kiss Had an unforgettable time... thanks to you... xx |
| 6th May 2008 Alissa | - From: Kiss kiss Hey sweets.. looks like you had a blast!! how exciting to see your old classmates.. loved Mama K with the tulips.. that's priceless!! Good times catching up with the family!! I'm feeling kinda sad that you're trips over.. Loved the updates!! Cheers |
| 4th May 2008 Alisha | - From: 'Can You Hear Australia's Heroes Marching?' Hey there mate What a fantast1c job you d1d w1th th1s. I love all the photos makes me want to go back and do 1t all aga1n. Hope you are hav1ng a great t1me 1n Istanbul we are 1n Cappadoc1a at moment head1ng to Olympus ton1ght long tr1p but well worth I hope. Great to hear from you. stay 1n touch xxoo |
| 4th May 2008 David | - From: 'Can You Hear Australia's Heroes Marching?' I have a cousin who married a Turkish woman and lives on the Asian side of the Bhosphorus... I want to say they live in Ataturk but I might be wrong. Her name is Ayca Atay, maybe you know her? lol |
| 3rd May 2008 Mama Kocak | For all the heroes ... - From: 'Can You Hear Australia's Heroes Marching?' A well explained piece of history and what a great way to remember all those people who lost their lives for their country ... RIP. |
| 3rd May 2008 Mama Kocak | Yes, I was there.... - From: Istanbul (Not Constantinople) I enjoyed our little holiday together, we had a great time. xx |
| 30th April 2008 domi | lucky mellie - From: Istanbul (Not Constantinople) hey sweets looks like ur having a blast u lucky girlie! :) well u deserve it babe...let me know wen ur back n up for a catch up drinkies. love ya! xxx |
| 28th April 2008 lee | hey - From: 'Can You Hear Australia's Heroes Marching?' how cool does that look, the campong.....oh n th e woman you've met!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
| 28th April 2008 christine | Sunset - From: 'Can You Hear Australia's Heroes Marching?' Hi Mel Can't believe you're doing this all again! Looks fantastic. Check out that sunset! Been really busy here. Keep me posted & stay safe xx |
| 28th April 2008 Lozza | Elo! - From: 'Can You Hear Australia's Heroes Marching?' Elo munchkin! Well well sounds like one hell of another adventure! Must have been really eerie and sad at times for obvious reasons but also see you are having a laugh which is great news! Have a fantabadosie last few days and will see you on sat!!!!xxxxxxxxxx |
| 24th April 2008 Alissa | here you go again.. - From: Istanbul (Not Constantinople) Wow.. Turkey is beautiful.. what a fantastic thing to do with Mama K. keep posting the pictures.. I'm traveling through you right now!! love you |
| 23rd April 2008 Barbs | Lucky You - From: Istanbul (Not Constantinople) Hiya, You look like you're having fun. I wish I could be there enjoying the warmth and sight seeing. You certainly look like you're packing it all in. Send us some warm vibes!! Cheerio for now hon, hugs to Mama. Barbs.xx |
| 23rd April 2008 Liz | Home from home - From: Istanbul (Not Constantinople) Hi Mel, Good to get a bit of a history lesson, honestly you are expanding my mind :) Have fun catching up with everyone. When we're both in the country together, we'll catch up - sooner or later! lol x |
| 23rd April 2008 Brigette | OMG!! - From: Istanbul (Not Constantinople) Ah stop.. now I kow how everyone felt when I used to send these blogs while they were at work... cant believe u are off on another trip.. lucky you and nice to hear about places I have never been to aswell.... Bxxx |
| 23rd April 2008 Rich | - From: Istanbul (Not Constantinople) Toilet looks awesome!! |
| 23rd April 2008 rhianne | You don't stay in one place for long! - From: Istanbul (Not Constantinople) Hi Hon, I struggle to keep up with you! Hope you are having a fab time - sounds like it! Not quite so imminent as your travels but J and I are going back to Meeru next year! I'm so excited! Take care hon xxx |
| 9th April 2008 OzMel | Unwell - From: Love me for a reason I am officially sick with the travel bug again! Looks like a grand time was had by all. I'm now itchin' to get out of the country for an adventure. Email me your news at my hotmail address. Kisses Oz/Mystic Mel xooxx |
| 9th April 2008 Mama Kocak | Well done Meltem - From: Love me for a reason Thank you very much for taking us all around Ireland which was very enjoyable and educational. Wouldn't have known or seen all that if it wasn't for you, so thank you once again. Keep well... xx |
| 9th April 2008 Liz | Thanks Mel! - From: Love me for a reason Thanks Mel for your blog entries - so good to be travelling with you and to have your stories to brighten the day! And welcome home, see you soon, Lizxxx |
| 9th April 2008 Lynn | Travels - From: Love me for a reason Hi Mel Where have you got in mind for your next adventure? There's plenty more to see out there... Love Lynn |
| 9th April 2008 Ro | - From: Love me for a reason Aaahhh.... pity its the end i loved reading them, although dreaded the drunken pics of us in each one!! thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable read and it was great to see ye again. looking fwd to the next reunion!! take care xxx |
| 9th April 2008 B | Teds House - From: Home Cant believe u never got to see Fr Teds place???? great night alright Mel... BUT I will NEVER.. EVERRRRRRRR drink hot whiskey again.... EVER... ever everrrrrr haha!! Bxx |
| 9th April 2008 brigette | WOW!!! - From: Leave Me Breathless Mel.... your pictures are AMAZING.. I have never even been to the North and I am Irish... but this summer Im going to do what you did.. amazing gurl!! Bx |
| 7th April 2008 Mama Kocak | - From: Leave Me Breathless Beautiful nature and great historical places, glad you experienced all this and thank you for sharing with us. xx |
| 7th April 2008 Mama Kocak | - From: Home Well done for all those miles and good times you are having. The lovely pictures are the best proof and thank you for letting us to see them |
| 7th April 2008 mama Kocak | - From: It's a Beautiful Day Like to read your blogs and enjoy the beautiful pictures; keep going! xx |
| 7th April 2008 Neil | Oh, Lisdoonvarna, a lisdoon, lisdoon, lisdoon, lisdoon, varna. - From: Home (Words in comment title - Chorus from the song by Christy Moore about the place, 'Lisdoonvarna'). Nice pics Mel. Saw a pic of that tony guy from the hostel. What a plonker. Good to hear from ye. Kinda sad that u took a pic of where westlife became famous. Although you were dancing to all their hits in the night club in Lisdoonvarna. Take Care and keep in touch Neil |
| 7th April 2008 Barbs | - From: Leave Me Breathless Finally, I've made it to putting a comment up. Phew! Anyway, your piccies have brought back many memories of a wonderful holiday in Ireland. Really must go back some time. Did you do any jigging or singing in the bars? I just love how you can be in the middle of nowhere but still have the best night out. In fact probably better than a normal night out. The Giants Causway looks fab. I've never been but I really want to. Just looks unbelievable that it's not man made. |
| 6th April 2008 Turkishdelight | Gap of Dunloe - From: It's a Beautiful Day Yes, I had stopped Carmen next to a derelict cottage... how bizarre!! Got some photos of it too, will mail you them!!! Speak soon. xx |
| 6th April 2008 Alissa | - From: Leave Me Breathless you sure managed to see heaps in such little time!! thanks for taking me through ireland!! haha love you |
| 6th April 2008 Alissa | Wonderland - From: Home Finally your pictures will load for me!! they wouldnt last time.. sooo good to see Helen.. Im jealous :P You look like you had such an adventure!! |
| 2nd April 2008 Liz | Gap of Dunloe - From: It's a Beautiful Day Hi Mel, So glad you managed to have time for the Gap! In fact, the pic of Carmen looks like its next to the old derelict cottage my Gran was born in, in 1911, just opposite another lake. Haha, yeah, I kissed the Blarney stone too but wasn't sure how hygienic it was ;) Great to see your pics and stories again Lxx |
| 1st April 2008 Lynn | WhenTurkish Eyes Are Smiling - From: It's a Beautiful Day Hi Mel Keep on going girl, you only live once. Where's next? Keep safe. Love Lynn |
| 1st April 2008 Lozza | - From: Fairytale of Dublin This feels so weird writing on your blog, feels lyk we are back in Oz! hee hee I especially liked the pic of monkey enjoying the guinness, its lyk a substitute me! |
| 1st April 2008 Tom | Enjoying Ireland!! - From: It's a Beautiful Day After reading your journal I wished I was there exploring with u.. not the bit where u walked in the rain thou eew! Have fun xx |
| 1st April 2008 Alissa | What an Adventure!! - From: It's a Beautiful Day Hello my love.. wow you sound like you're having a fantastic time!! You make me want to pack up and go right now!! I love the pictures.. Thank goodness you have no run in with a deer!! All the best!! xoxox |
| 31st March 2008 Frank | Love it!! - From: It's a Beautiful Day you are sending many a reminder of my child hood!!! fantastic stuff enjoy mel xxx p.s i think i need to kiss the blarney again it's been a long time |
| 31st March 2008 Pete | - From: Fairytale of Dublin Hi Mel; great to receive travel log; your having fun ! Will look forward to hearing more of your adventures on your return...love Peter |
| 31st March 2008 Peter Parker | Hola! - From: It's a Beautiful Day Talk about beeing effective. :) Take care! / Spidey. |
| 29th March 2008 Nikki | - From: Fairytale of Dublin OH IM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO JEALOUS!!!!looks like u had a really really fab time hun-want to go ireland even more now!!!AMAZING!!!get the goss when you're back!!xx |
| 26th March 2008 Meral | - From: Fairytale of Dublin Looks like you blended in with the locals during the Paddy's day celebrations, well done :) Looking forward to your next update from Ireland. X |
| 26th March 2008 Alissa | Travel Bug - From: Fairytale of Dublin Hey Mel, looks like you're having a blast thus far.. I can only imagine from the pictures what kind of trouble you got yourself into.. Miss you heaps!! |
| 25th March 2008 cherine | hi - From: Fairytale of Dublin Looks like your having a great time the Irish know how to party |
| 25th March 2008 mama Kocak | A great party - From: Fairytale of Dublin It looks all very nice and you are vey lucky to have the lovely couple as good friends. Looking forward to your next blog, take care Mama xx |
| 25th March 2008 Ro | - From: Fairytale of Dublin God Mel, you can see how drunk we are at the end of the pics - i look all made up during the day and locked by the end of the night ha ha!! |
| 25th March 2008 Richard | Hiya Honey - From: Fairytale of Dublin Looks like you had a fab time, i spent my St Paddy's day in Malta, not quite the same atmosphere!! Hope you're very well, speak soon xx |
| 19th May 2007 Peter Parker | Brilliant. - From: The 'Rain' in Bangkok goes mainly in the drain... You caught the night pretty good. :) Liked the small details, the cockroach feeding on your leg for example. Won't forget that night. Thanks. // Guess who. ;) |
| 16th May 2007 Phil | Awesome Photos - From: Crickey!!! It's all happening at the Zoo!! We loved your photos of Australia Zoo. Australia Zoo has a great competition running asking for two minute videos from people who would like a trip to Australia Zoo. some of your friends might like to help Danica get some votes: Danica has had a go and her video is at http://freetrip.australiazoo.com.au/?p=watch&v=mq82zjef the best one that we have seen is a good example for budding filmmakers http://freetrip.australiazoo.com.au/?p=watch&v=w0m3fp0s One that the girls like - by another girl called Danica http://freetrip.australiazoo.com.au/?p=watch&v=i7vrt6gi Best wishes, safe travelling |
| 11th May 2007 Meral | safe return - From: How could I have got it SO wrong?? I can report that Meltem did make it back home safe and sound this morning (take 2) and it was such a relief to see her walking through the arrivals gate! She is looking really well and its great to have her back :) |
| 11th May 2007 Nicki | you muppet! - From: How could I have got it SO wrong?? Ah mel you do make me laugh girl! Your'e so funny, you should be blonde! Sounds like something divvy that i'd do! Ah well, extra day in bangkok eh? Take care and speak soon, will keep in touch through emails for sure. Nicki xxxx |
| 10th May 2007 SIMON | - From: The 'Rain' in Bangkok goes mainly in the drain... Bangkok sounds very 'cultured' and that picture of the rain look strangly like a river until you enlarge the picture that is! I have once again been a bit slack in checking emails etc but i will now have a look at your previous entry. x x |
| 10th May 2007 sue ops | - From: How could I have got it SO wrong?? who's a silly billy then! x |
| 10th May 2007 Estelle | MMM Beer! - From: The 'Rain' in Bangkok goes mainly in the drain... They sell that Singha beer in Sainsbury's!!! Dont worry love, ull feel right at home when u get back!!! xx |
| 10th May 2007 Estelle | Wot u like?!!! - From: How could I have got it SO wrong?? DOUGHNUT!!!!!!! XX |
| 10th May 2007 Lozza | - From: The 'Rain' in Bangkok goes mainly in the drain... Mel I love you so much! I miss you, wish you were still here! Im in some random house with Andy, I am chewing my face off! Love you so so so so mso so much Mel, cant wait to see you in England, thank god we live near! Oh guess whnat, I saw Sam tonight! Ha ha, now I can make judgement! Alissa got a pic of me and him, so funny! dont no if you can tell but Im pinging! love you xxxxxxxx |
| 10th May 2007 sue ops | - From: Oh I wish I was a 'Backpacker' with flowers in my hair Keep on truckin' Mel, keep safe, bon voyage xxx |
| 9th May 2007 Barbs | Happy Homeward journey - From: Oh I wish I was a 'Backpacker' with flowers in my hair Hiya Hon, Love the piccies as always, Singapore looks fabaroony. I can't believe that you will be home tomorrow and I'll see you so soon. How fast that time went!! I've loved following all your journeys - feel like I've done the trip myself now- ok maybe not but it's been so great to see you having the time of your life. Can't wait to see you. Hope the journey home goes well! Speak to you soon. Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 9th May 2007 Amy Outrim | Enjoy - From: Oh I wish I was a 'Backpacker' with flowers in my hair hiya Mel, enjoy your last days away, i have loved reading your blogg, and will miss catching up with your fad adventure. safe journey home, and hope to see you soon. Amyxx |
| 9th May 2007 Mama Kocak | My favorite : The Merlion - From: Oh I wish I was a 'Backpacker' with flowers in my hair Well done, you managed to send your last blog entry from Singapore, where it looks like a nice and clean place. Shame you couldn't stay more. You are looking well and tomorrow this time will be hugging you. Let's see if there are flowers in your hair??!!! And this marks my last 'comment' on your adventures, so long.... Mama xx |
| 9th May 2007 Amy Outrim | Enjoy - From: She moves in her own way hiya Mel, enjoy your last days away, i have loved reading your blogg, and will miss catching up with your fad adventure. safe journey home, and hope to see you soon. Amyxx |
| 9th May 2007 Mel | Miss you already! - From: Oh I wish I was a 'Backpacker' with flowers in my hair Ran into Liz Donoso today, she didn't get my email about catching up which is why I didn't hear back. I told her it was just you and me and we had a great night... ;) Email me properly when you get home and relaxed and caught up with the family xxx miss you x |
| 9th May 2007 Alissa | Missing You!!! - From: Oh I wish I was a 'Backpacker' with flowers in my hair Yo yo yo Mel.. just sitting here chillin out with DJ Lozza B!!!! Missing you like mad already.. Sweet fruit juice for 1.00 1.00!! Go NUTS!!! Can't believe you actually made it out of Oz.. Lozza and I have a rap we want you to hear! Hope all is well.. Oz isn't the same without you!!! P.S. Quit my job last night.. two weeks baby!!! |
| 8th May 2007 Meral & Tim | - From: I'm coming home so you beta get my PARTY started!!! well done meltem, very proud of all the things you have done and places you have seen. Thank u for sharing it with us and taking us along the journey with you. Hope the last leg of our journey goes well. Looking forward to seeing you very soon xx |
| 8th May 2007 Liz (again) | sniff! - From: I'm coming home so you beta get my PARTY started!!! And am intrigued as to whether your hair smells! :) |
| 8th May 2007 Liz | Welcome back!!!! - From: I'm coming home so you beta get my PARTY started!!! Melly, ooo I have a tear in my eye too reading that! I'm so glad you have had such a wonderful year and although I wasn't able to get out to be with you, feel I have experienced it too through your blog. Not that I won't go out there one day. I do hope you will consider following up your blog with your life in the UK :) SOOO looking forward to seeing you - tell me when is good to pop down to Kent, just days now for all your hugs from home! Lxxx |
| 8th May 2007 Mama Kocak | Sad to find that it all ended... - From: I'm coming home so you beta get my PARTY started!!! Very nice story with a very nice ending and was a great read. Thank you for sharing those memories and places captured with your camera for a whole year with us, enjoyed thoroughly... Can't wait to see you, love mama xx |
| 7th May 2007 zoe | - From: I'm coming home so you beta get my PARTY started!!! Wow what a year you've had...I bet its sad leaving such a great country? Anyway, safe traveling back this crazy country,,Look forward to seeing you.....take care |
| 7th May 2007 Laura | Wow - From: I'm coming home so you beta get my PARTY started!!! Oh my god can't believe your trip is nearly over and that must mean its almost a year since fiji!! Good luck coming home it takes some getting used too!!!! |
| 7th May 2007 Lozza | Its not over by far! - From: I'm coming home so you beta get my PARTY started!!! No way are your adventures over yet missy! And its not goodbye to Australia, only see you again soon! I've loved reading and commenting on your blogs, especially the ones that I have appeared in! I will miss our phone calls and drunken txts but it won't be long til we reunite in England! I know I've said it before but I'll reiterate, don't cry because its over, smile because it happened! See you soon soon sooooooonnnnn!!!!! Love you lots n lots like jelly tots! xxxxxxxxxxx |
| 3rd May 2007 Lozza | - From: Jammin And we all know who that person you wanted to be sitting next to you was.....ME of course! You were so excited when you called me about the dolphins and I was stuffing my face with KFC!!! You're so lucky you got to go back to Byron Bay, such a cool cool place! Well now Im in Mission Beach we can't have our usual 5 phone calls to eachother a day! And when you leave who will I talk to constantly then! Jeez, I can't imagine not calling you after random nights out, its gonna be pants! Totally enjoy your last week in Sydney, although I have a feeling you'll be back there soon enough, hopefully with me in toe! Lozza xxxxxxxxxxx |
| 3rd May 2007 Alissa | - From: Jammin Lady your pictures look amazing.. I love the sunset one.. that's breath taking.. miss you loads!! Come back to Oz soon.. live in Sydney and I'll come visit you before I go home!!! |
| 2nd May 2007 Mama Kocak | Say goodbye to OZ ! - From: Jammin Well done, you made it... enjoy your last week in Sydney and come back with happy memories. Lots of love, Mama xx |
| 2nd May 2007 Jono | - From: Jammin Hey you, Well I've just caught up on all your travels. I can't believe how much you have fitted in since we last spoke in Sydney. It sounds like the trip of a life time! I have jealously been looking at all your photos, they bring back great memories of my own trip. Are you sure you want to come home? I've been back in the UK for 6 months now and I am very home sick for Oz, beware!! Well I hope you enjoy the last few weeks of your time there, say Hi to Sydney for me! Jono |
| 2nd May 2007 Rich | Quality - From: Jammin All sounds groovy out there i've kept my diary free just for you :-) x |
| 1st May 2007 Lozza! | - From: Crickey!!! It's all happening at the Zoo!! Yo yo yo! Oh I loved that Zoo so so much! I wish I could have had my pic taken with "Steve", how awesome! Also I was one day early to see Bindi and the Croc men, how awesome that would have been, but I bought a badge to make up for it! Love the koala pic, you look so happy and fresh faced! Have arrived in Magnetic Island. Am tempted to go wandering but my hangover is not completely gone yet so maybe a sleep would be best! Speak to you soon sausage! Crocs rule!xxxxx |
| 30th April 2007 Rich | Sweet - From: Crickey!!! It's all happening at the Zoo!! That was a really nicely written comment, and that pic of you and the Koala is sooooooo cute!! Take care see you soon xxx |
| 28th April 2007 Mama Kocak | Good man ... - From: Crickey!!! It's all happening at the Zoo!! May he rest in peace, left a good name after him. You were meant to learn more about him after he passed away while you were out there. It's as close as you can get. The zoo habitants look great, they've been looked after well, one can tell... Take care, lots of love, Mama xx |
| 28th April 2007 Mel | Crocs - From: Crickey!!! It's all happening at the Zoo!! I've been dreaming about crocodiles... how odd! xxx |
| 28th April 2007 Nicki | sob sob - From: Crickey!!! It's all happening at the Zoo!! Ah mate, i nearly cried when i read that, that was one of the main reasons i decided to travel oz, to meet the one and only steve, What a top bloke eh? Looks like you had a fab time. I know your leaving soon, shame we couldn't meet up again, but don't you worry kid, we'l meet up somehow somewhere i'm sure of that!!! Keep in touch won't you babe?? Lots of love and hugs. Nicki xx PS Have you got a group photo of the crew at rendezvous??? |
| 27th April 2007 Barbs | - From: Row row row your boat gently down the stream.. Hiya, the fun just never stops with you does it? That canoe trip looks fab. There's nothing quite like floating down a river being so close to the water. Very chilled! (Apart from the aching arms of course - but it's all worth it). |
| 27th April 2007 Mama Kocak | Rowing makes arm muscles strong! - From: Row row row your boat gently down the stream.. and so have you become a strong person in every way with all these experiences that I am very proud of you. Lots of love, Mama xx |
| 27th April 2007 Alissa | Roomies Reunite!! - From: Row row row your boat gently down the stream.. Hey Lady.. looks like you had an awesome trip.. Crazy seeing Christian again.. I tell you that monkey is a freeloader!! haha what a life!! miss you lots.. thanks again for my card!! |
| 27th April 2007 Lozza | She'll never replace me! - From: Row row row your boat gently down the stream.. I can understand why you became mates with another Laura, the familiarity eh! Although I'll never be replaced, theres only room for one Lozza in your life! Ah canoeing, too much like hard work for me but well done you for keeping up with your new active life! Im sure it beat canoeing up Katherine Gorge, though no crocs to look out for! And you also managed to keep your sunnies on and not lose them in the water! Well done my little smell! Well Im doing my Whitsundays tomorrow so no more comments from me for a while and Im not sure how we'll survive without our 5 phonecalls daily! So until my sailing adventure is over (Im not sure if I'll be able to beat your stories!) laterz! Muchos love xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 21st April 2007 christine | poor dingos - From: D-I-N-G-O is his name-o I'm so pleased I'm not a dingo. I haven't had my dinner yet but that was making me feel sick (before you got drunk!). Thats not just pregnancy sickness! I'm so impressed by all the things you've done and places - I've just been showing Geoff some of your pictures quickly too. There's so many travelBlogs!! Dreads are looking great by the way! Keep safe xx |
| 21st April 2007 Lozza | - From: D-I-N-G-O is his name-o Mel! Did you hafta tell everyone that I spewed outside our tent! I swear Im not usually such a tramp! Lol, all fun and games! Fraser was cool, although I hated driving on the sand, I've never been so scared of dying! "Be Dingo Aware", nuff said! Oh you didnt mention the official Fraser Island song....."Let Me Be" awesome tune! It was a great last trip for us to spend together, I cant believe our journey together has come to an end! Its been unbelievably mad, funny, scary (timber creek!), emotional and down right fantastic! Thanks for all the great memories and for making my year abroad the very best it could have been! Enjoy the next few weeks and don't cry because its over, smile because it happened. See you in the motherland! Lozza xxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 20th April 2007 Mama Kocak | Great adventure - From: D-I-N-G-O is his name-o Yet another blog which was very enjoyable to read - especially the way you write makes it all very exciting too. Good you didn't have a bad encounter with the dingos. Good luck to Laura, till you meet again. Take care, lots of love xx |
| 20th April 2007 Richard | Blimey - lucky to be alive - From: D-I-N-G-O is his name-o You seemed to have more warnings than things you were actually allowed to do!! I love the way Laura ran and with the torch - classic! If i am reincarnated in the next life i really don't wan't it to be as a dingo, a diet of pooh and sick just doesn't sound that appealing. I hope you have a great time in your last few weeks and i'll catch up with you soon x |
| 19th April 2007 christine | wow there's more! - From: Amazing Grace Hi I'm loosing track of where you are!! I'm so pleased for you. Keep up the pictures there excellent! xx |
| 19th April 2007 christine | - From: They call him Flipper, Flipper, faster than lightning hia long time no see. I've not been on my pc for months!!! so enjoying catch up on what you're doing. Still looks great fun! I don't think you got an email I sent you so i'll send another. take care xx |
| 18th April 2007 Lozza | - From: Amazing Grace Ok ok so I will write you a msg now! loving the biker chick photos, perhaps hells angels will let you into their gang??!! The plane ride looks awsome, Im definately doing that when I get to 1770 tomorrow! You've done some great things while you've been out here so who knows what you'll get up to in the next few weeks!!! Have a great time on the rest of your trip, Ill save my goodbye msg for your next blog! Love you lots xxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 17th April 2007 Mama Kocak | You are amazing! - From: Amazing Grace Following your adventures with great excitement, good luck and take care xx |
| 17th April 2007 Tom | Wow - From: Amazing Grace My god you are like wonder woman! You've been upto so much since you left Sydney you make me feel so lazy! Good on you. xx |
| 16th April 2007 Barbs | Extreme Girl! - From: Amazing Grace Hiya honey. You are having such an excellent adventure. I'm so glad you've taken so much time to keep all your friends up to date on your blog and let us follow your personal journey - I love seeing your pictures. You flew a plane! Wow! I'm so so impressed and I must admit you looked right at home on your scooteroo - looks like that was fab fun. It must be strange to think it's nearly time to come back to the uk. Can't wait to see you and hear all about it! |
| 16th April 2007 sue ops | how big? - From: Amazing Grace Boy, are you going to need a big album to hold all these photos! You are really having a whale of a time, its so good to hear all your news. It must be really time consuming writing all of your expereinces, but what a way to keep a diary! I can't believe the technology, my eldest is working in St Louis for three months, and we have set up "skype" and a "webcam" What is all that about, I'm talking to people all over the world! Not doing any shows this year as two boys weddings looming, but Lin & Julie are keeping their end up. Went to see "Kiss me Kate" and wasn't sorry that I hadn't done it. They're doing Gershwin Medley in May and I'm looking forward to seeing that. When are you home? it wll seem so boring, you will want to go off again. Keep safe, lots of love, sue xx |
| 16th April 2007 Nikki | You're a star Mel!! - From: Amazing Grace Well after reading the first part of your blog entry have to say you really had me in tears, I definately agree that this 12 month adventure has been the best thing you've ever done and good on you girl. From leaving me in LA nearly a year ago I know just how nervous, unsure and terrified you were to be continuing your journey where you didnt know anyone and had no idea just what was in store but against it all you went ahead and did it anyway and for that alone you should always be so proud of yourself, always believe you're stronger than you ever thought possible and that you're capable of anything you so desire to set your mind too. Never ever forget that and I know your Dad will have indeed been looking down at you the entire time with a great big grin on his face. Love you lots Mel and look forward to catching up with all your stories from around the globe when we're reunited in the UK. Safe journey home xxx |
| 13th April 2007 Lozza | - From: She moves in her own way Hey chick!! Well how jealous am I of missing all the fun and games at Mission Beach, with you and Alissa!! Love the pants story, hee hee, how embaressing!!!!! And you have to promise me that for your next few weeks in Oz you will not do any more hikes, you've danced with death way too many times then is necessary and I can't have you lost in the outback can I!!! Looking foward to Fraser and all the craziness that will come with it!!! Jeez, I cant even begin to imagine what our stories will be like!! Until then my dreaded lil friend!!!xxxxxxx |
| 12th April 2007 Meral & Tim | - From: She moves in her own way your postcard from magnetic island has already arrived, quicker than your blog- thats impressive ;) Enjoy the rest of your time out there. Take care x |
| 11th April 2007 Jenna | Mission Beach Lodge - From: She moves in her own way Hi Mel. My friend Sarah and I stayed at the mission beach lodge you stayed at, not exactly the ritz is it but great guys. Fond memories of sitting round the fire with Dave playing is guitar and sarah not daring to come out because of the dog! And some scary late night trips to the toilets dodging spiders! Oh good times xx |
| 11th April 2007 Barbs | Pant Theif! - From: She moves in her own way Are you sure that those mysterious pants weren't something to do with your night out where you can't remember anything? |
| 11th April 2007 Barbs | Captain Mel - From: I am sailing upon the Broomstick across the Whitsundays Hiya hon, or should I say aye aye captain! That boat trip looks amazing and you look so relaxed and at home. I'd loved to have been sailing with you, it's the most relaxing chilled out thing to do I reckon. Although tends not to be when I'm at the steering wheel - or whatever you call it. It's been a long time since I was on a boat. And how nice to sleep under the stars - you sound like you're becoming very philosophical. Wish I could be with you drinking cocktails too, I've just got in from my first run of the year and oh my God! I'm knackered. I could do with a drink. |
| 11th April 2007 tony | i am still reading you blog. - From: She moves in her own way hi mel looks like your avoiding leaving oz by keep doubling back on yourself can't say i blame you. yep i'm still looking at your site even if i'm getting bit jealous. easter was good here though i went down to cornwall with a couple of guys from byron went surfing damn cold though so needed to drink in the evenings to keep warm and prepare for the next days surf. cool babbled enough now enjoy fraser, don't forget to stop in noosa for me surfs good there too. laters tone |
| 11th April 2007 Liz | You are sailing, you are sailing... - From: I am sailing upon the Broomstick across the Whitsundays Lush photos Mel, so you've been bitten by the sailing bug? I can't wait to get back on the waves again, not long now. Maybe you could come along too? Lxx |
| 11th April 2007 Mama Kocak | Sailing the oceans - From: I am sailing upon the Broomstick across the Whitsundays You look good at that as everything else you've done. Good luck with the rest of the days. Lots of love, Mama xx |
| 11th April 2007 Mama Kocak | You do move all right.... - From: She moves in her own way and you do have lots to write about which I enjoy reading them so much. Photos are a bonus, thank you. Love mama xx |
| 10th April 2007 Meral & Tim | - From: They call him Flipper, Flipper, faster than lightning Amazing wildlife and the dolphins look so cute. So glad you got to visit Christ Chruch, Canterbury- almost like a home from home :) |
| 10th April 2007 Meral & Tim | - From: Flying without wings!!! Super Meltem! Well done for surviving the parachute jump and all the hiking :) |
| 10th April 2007 Meral & Tim | - From: I am sailing upon the Broomstick across the Whitsundays Glad you got to experience sailing whilst you were out there. Its looks similar to the sailing boat we had in Gocek, Turkiye last year. Best to protect yourself for the jelly fish and glad you got to use your fins again :) |
| 10th April 2007 Alissa | - From: She moves in her own way AWWWW... I love you Mel.. What you wrote was soo sweet.. I'm glad we met! You've got some sexy ass people in those photos.. haha Thanks for coming back to Mission, there could have been no better way to end our final visit together.. go team England and Canada!! haha |
| 10th April 2007 Nikki | wow!!!! - From: She moves in her own way oh wow baby it looks better n better everytime i see a new travelblog entry!!canny wait til im there....just CRUSHED that we're gonna miss each other!!we may even pass planes-HOW ANNOYINGS THAT!!anyways enjoy your last few weeks of travels!!!can u belieeeve how quick its gone???!!love u loads xxxxx |
| 10th April 2007 Jason and Rhianne | Looks like alot of fun - From: I am sailing upon the Broomstick across the Whitsundays All looks very fun wish we could be there too! Keep having a great time out there we'll see you soon X X X X X X |
| 10th April 2007 Mel | The Open Ocean... - From: I am sailing upon the Broomstick across the Whitsundays God that looks like a heap of fun! I am SO jealous! I have just quit my job with Commander. It is the most revolting job I've had in a while and I can't wait to get out of there!! Ring me when you're back in Sydney. XXXX |
| 8th April 2007 Heli | Breakfast with kangaroos - From: Flying without wings!!! Hi Mel! Now that you are at the East Coast you might want to stop by at Noosa North Shore Resort in Noosa. At least a year ago the had also dorms despite the posh name. It is a really really nice place with friendly staff and great surroundings. It is off the party zone, but it is well worth it I think, since you´ll literally have breakfast with kangaroos. The kangaroos are grazing at the lawn all day long and though they are wild, they are not scared at all. You can also go canoeing on a lake (or was it a river..) and do a camelride if you wish. But most of all, it is nice just to enjoy the peace and nature! :) Enjoy everything! |
| 6th April 2007 Barbs | Brave Girl - From: Flying without wings!!! Hiya Hon, You really are very brave. I can't believe you jumped out of a plane - Wow. I definately want to see the video. The beaches and landscapes are looking stunning as ever - incredible! I'm amazed your still in one piece after all the scrapes you've been getting into. I bet you've had loads of laughs about it all though. See you soonish now. Love and hugs, Barbs. |
| 6th April 2007 Mama Kocak | Flying Bird MK... - From: Flying without wings!!! Must be a real nice feeling to fly and especially see all that wonderful scene on the ground - well chosen place and well done. You and your hikings, come back before you get lost or something!!! And what a productive fishing experience. Thank you for the lovely photos. Lots of love, mama xx |
| 6th April 2007 androulla | hey lady - From: Flying without wings!!! hey hey, thank you soo much for my postcard honey, you are just tooo cool meltem! seriously, everytime i read your blog - im like - u are too cool, u have actually thrown yourself into everything - you should be soo proud of yourself. you are looking really well hun, When are u a back? xx |
| 3rd April 2007 Kristy (Mojosurf) | - From: I'm like a bird... Hey Mel, Wow, good on ya for bungying, I am so impressed! Reading about your travels makes the travel bug in me start knawing at the heartstrings. You take care of yourself and continue to have a blast! |
| 27th March 2007 ebru Ercon | amazing! - From: They call him Flipper, Flipper, faster than lightning Hello Meltem-Ive loved reading your blogs-only just noticed you can add a comment!Well done for being so brave what an amazing experience-I think I would have been so scared too. You look so happy in the pictures and have a healthy glow-I think this is the best thing that you could ever have done!Looking forward to the next blog-see you soon-ebru x |
| 23rd March 2007 Mama Kocak | Goodby to NZ ... - From: They call him Flipper, Flipper, faster than lightning Leaving many adventures behind you and it has been great to follow them. The dolphins are great, glad you were able to do, well done. What's next in OZ? Can't wait to read.. lots of love Ma xx |
| 23rd March 2007 Roisin | Well Done Brave Girl! - From: They call him Flipper, Flipper, faster than lightning Hey Missus! Well done you on the dolphin swimming! the temperature of the water was enough to turn me off, never mind noise making and getting squashed by 700 dolfins! Fair Play to ye! Unfortunately we flying out of NZ tomorrow to Fiji so our NZ mobile won't be working anymore :( We'll be in touch over email though so keep in touch! Love Ro & Dave xxx |
| 22nd March 2007 Rhianne | - From: They call him Flipper, Flipper, faster than lightning Wow good for you! Glad you overcame your fear because what an amazing experience! I am very jealous (once again!). Missing you loads and looking forward to seeing you xxx |
| 21st March 2007 Heli | Sexy lady! - From: Old Macdonald had a farm... You look hot in those sheep sheering overalls! Maybe you should consider it for an occupation! :) |
| 19th March 2007 Liz | e-i-e-i-o - From: Old Macdonald had a farm... Looks fun down there Melly, cool re sheep and man shearing. You're looking really well and cor-blimey, good cleavage shot for the boys ;) Bet you're going to be busy when you get back too, with all the meeting up with mates, old & new. When is it you're back? Are you taking bookings yet? ;) Looking 4wd 2 rest of blogs 1st tho, loads of love, Lizxx |
| 19th March 2007 tony | damn its cold here!!!! - From: Old Macdonald had a farm... you know you can go off some people really quite jealous your still playing. got home yesterday don't do it!!!!!!! how cool is kiwiland? i going to try and complete my site later so check out fiji pics oh and i went shark diving with tiger sharks bull sharks and grey sharks cool you have to start diving!!!! laters trouble. |
| 19th March 2007 Lozza | - From: Old Macdonald had a farm... Hello my lovely! Now I understand the sheep show thing! When you first txt me about it I had all sorts of weird thoughts going around my head! The sunset/sunrise pics are amazing, reminded me of the sunset in Broome that us 2 luver luvers shared!! Well thats nearly your NZ adventure over, it seems to have been an amazing 4 weeks for you and I cant wait to hear all the stories when Melanora are reunited! Will be sure to speak to you tonight when you're back in the land of Oz!xxx |
| 19th March 2007 Tom | - From: Old Macdonald had a farm... Great pics Mel you've certainly been busy over there! You're making me feel bad for being stuck here in Sydney! Hopefully I'll see you on the coast next week or week after. Tom. xx |
| 18th March 2007 Mama Kocak | A taster of the farm - From: Old Macdonald had a farm... Another "well done" for trying your hand at sheep sheering. No wonder NZ is famous for their lamb, the fields are full of sheep. Also nice to see some wildlife in their own wonderful habitat. Lovely photos, thank you and take care, love mama xx |
| 15th March 2007 Alissa | CRAZY ENGLISH!! - From: I'm like a bird... Someone would have to pay me, to jump off a plank with a rope tied to my feet!! Can't believe you did it!! Good on ya! You look like your having way to much fun.. I'm heading to tanner Creek.. (wolf creek area maybe.. scary) soon to work in the outback in a roadhouse.. cross my fingers it's good.. miss you loads!! love ya! |
| 15th March 2007 Lozza | - From: I'm like a bird... Just looking at the pics made my stomach go all funny! It looked like you could go straight into the side of the gorge! But well done you! Am defo doing New Zealand next year! Well things are same as for me! Still hating my crappy job and generally wanting to move on! Oh and Im ill now, swollen glands and a sore throat, the drinking must stop! I have decided to do a detox until Tom joins me in Brissie in a few weeks, its gonna be tough but I think its vital to my liver surviving these last few months! Cant wait to see you very very soon no doubt! Keep up the good work! Love you lots xxxx |
| 14th March 2007 zoe | wow - From: I'm like a bird... Oh my god well done babe!! I can't believe you did that, well done....that was brave.. |
| 14th March 2007 Lynn Steele | Braver than Me - From: I'm like a bird... Hi Mel I give you ten out of ten for bravery. This definitely something I would never ever do, so a big congratulations to you. I don't know how you are going to settle down to a 'normal' routine when you get home, life will certainly seem dull after all your experiences. Do you have a date in mind for your return yet? Take care Mel and keep the blogs coming they're great to read when I am at work! Love Lynn |
| 14th March 2007 Mama Kocak | Little bird.. - From: I'm like a bird... You did it!!!!! One brave little bird you are. A big well done...to you and the monkey!!! What's next? Take care much love Ma xx |
| 14th March 2007 Mama Kocak | Ice Queen - From: Ice Ice Baby.. You look stunning on the ice, well done for all that climb. Thank you for the lovely photos. Big hug Ma xx |
| 13th March 2007 Nikki | - From: I'm like a bird... HOLY ^%$*^ YOU'RE SO BRAVE!!!!!WELL DONE U!!!!XX |
| 13th March 2007 Liz | Mel's omnibus :) - From: I'm like a bird... Hi babe, great to catch up on your blogs, got a double bill when I logged on today! You are SO lucky to have sun at Milford Sound!! When I went it was the hottest day of the yr in Queenstown and raining when we got to the sound, much nicer to see your pics! I think it rains for 90% of the time there. And great to see you did the glacier (did you meet a Welsh guide called Ieuan?!) and BIG well done on the bungee!!! Very brave! Did I tell you - the party went really well, cheers for your card and pressies - go to www.salsafanatic.blogspot.com for my photos :) Lxx |
| 13th March 2007 Becky | Well Done! - From: I'm like a bird... Oh my god, I can't believe you went through with it - you are so brave!! I would love to do it but know I would freak out and would make myself look silly !!! Sounds like you are still having an amazing time......some great photos. Take care chick x |
| 12th March 2007 Barbs | Check out those Pins!! - From: Ice Ice Baby.. Hiya honey, stunning piccies as always, especially the blue pool - Wow, it looks incredible. Well done you for doing all that climbing, the glacier looks a pretty hard climb - obviously doing a lot for the figure though, v sexy (not to mention tanned) legs!!!! You look ad fab dearie. Love and hugs, Barbs. |
| 12th March 2007 Rhianne | - From: Ice Ice Baby.. Wow thats looks gorgeous! I can't believe you climbed that! I also cannot believe you're going to do a bungee jump! Crazy lady! Take care hon xxx |
| 12th March 2007 Mama Kocak | Just a stop -over - From: Jailhouse Rock At the jailhouse with no criminals- that's a change!!! Take care Ma x |
| 12th March 2007 Ange (Mucnchkin) | cool as ice! xx - From: Ice Ice Baby.. your photographs are stunning honey, you still looking good too..... speak soon xx |
| 12th March 2007 Nicki | GO MONKEY GO!!!! - From: Ice Ice Baby.. cant belieeeeeve monkey climbed the glacier!!!WELL DONE MONKEY!!and to think all the places in the world monkeys been-lucky lucky lucky!!good luck with the bungee babs-i couldnt do that!!!trying to sort what date im going to head down under-did u say you're gonna be in sydney til may 4th??xxx |
| 7th March 2007 Barbs | Jailbird! - From: Jailhouse Rock Do you really expect us to believe that you voluntarily stayed in a prison, why don't you just admit you've been a naughty girl and they had to put you away for a while - tehehe! Looks quirky although not very comfy! Bet you were glad to get to a hostel. Well done on the 5 hour trek - puts my 45 minute session in the gym last week to shame! Don't get lonely without the boys. Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 7th March 2007 ANGE | OMG - From: Jailhouse Rock hEY, experience sounds kind of strange!! ... im on jury service at the mo - so seeing pictures of you in a prision is kind of strange too !!! hmmm. Hope all is well honey, its good to hear that you are experiencing much xxxx |
| 7th March 2007 Heli from Finland | wow! - From: Jailhouse Rock Wow, nice scenerys! Is the water cold or warm? Can you swim happily in the ocean (not freezing that is...)? And I have to admit I envy you and your boyz! Maybe you can send some to Finland as well... :) Love & hugs |
| 7th March 2007 Meral & Tim | - From: Jailhouse Rock very interesting choice of location for a hostel! well, at least you can stay that you've been there and done that too. Keep the updates coming. Take care xx |
| 7th March 2007 Rhianne | - From: Jailhouse Rock Hi Hon! Showed the picture of you locked up to jason and he really thought you were in jail! He he! Take care of you xxx |
| 7th March 2007 Gorgie Porgie | I miss you!!!!!!!!!!!1 - From: Jailhouse Rock Hey babe!!!! How are you? Your pics look amazing, your rock baby. I can´t believe whayt you are doing, I wish I would have done it with you. I am now all settled in Madrid (home,car..etc) hopefully sometime soon I will be able to follow your footsteps. By the way, I am off to Istambul on 19th March - pitty you are not there. Anyway Mel take care and let me know how are you doing - although I can see you look fantastic. Love you and miss you. |
| 7th March 2007 Lozza | - From: Jailhouse Rock Mel you crack me up! That pic of you behind bars is sooo funny! The view from that hike looks amazing, but it looks kinda cold, is it??? Well Brisbane is treating me fine, started work on Monday. Im giving out free papers on the street, it the Brisbane version of the one we had in Sydney. At actually on my break now, only 45 minutes left, woo hoo! Your time there seems to be drawing to an end soon so I hope you've got your mind settled on what your doing in Oz! Chat to you soon and take care! Lozza xx |
| 27th February 2007 Lozza | - From: Go Miss Brightside.. Jeez, the amount of active stuff you've been doing the past few weeks has really put me to shame! It looks awesome but yeah quite scary also! Watching tv in my hostel just doesnt have the same effect! I think I finally may have a job! Woo hoo, no more home brand noodles for Laura! Well maybe until I get paid! Good luck on the south island, Im sure it will be full of many more random stories and amazing adventures! Ps was really good to speak to you the other day! Love Lozza xxxxxxxx |
| 26th February 2007 Barbs | Wow - Smelled out - From: Go Miss Brightside.. Hiya hon, you've had a right smell fest! That sheep show looks utterly mental and completely brilliant! I love your big grin on your abseiling photo. Hope those boys are keeping you happy. Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 26th February 2007 Ange | Hey munchkin (hobbit) - From: Go Miss Brightside.. you are too cool mel honey, love your pics - not sure im brave enough but seriously good on you . How is all with you? xx |
| 26th February 2007 Tim | - From: Go Miss Brightside.. Glad to see you are still managing to find new and unusual experiences to try out. I'm sure Lucy would love to visit Hobbiton, and as for Black Water rafting, I hadn't heard of that one before but it looks like great fun. Enjoy the south island |
| 26th February 2007 Liz | Cheers hun! - From: Go Miss Brightside.. Thanks Mel, am very honoured to be mentioned on your blog :) 2 days and ticking down, byebye twenties hello thirties. I hope you have a good day too, will be thinking of you. Looks like you're having a whale of a time with all your men though! And look at your tan, lush. Didn't you feed the lambs at the Agrodome? I got roped in on that one, but your rockclimbing looks awesome instead! Be careful in Windy Wellington, hold onto your hat. Am loving your blog, keep the pics and stories a'coming. Lxxxxxxxx |
| 26th February 2007 Mama Kocak | Looking very bright!!! - From: Go Miss Brightside.. It is getting difficult to follow you and your adventures, but must say that you are looking good in whatever you are doing... Good luck on the south island. Much love, Mama xx |
| 25th February 2007 Mandy | - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. Always nice to see your travel blog entries though and see you enjoying yourself and taking on many challenges - I'm so pleased that your whole trip is going well for you!! And now you're in NZ - hope you enjoy it as much as Oz. When do you leave there? Take good care of yourself and enjoy the rest of your travels honey. Lots of Love Mandy XXX |
| 25th February 2007 Lozza | - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. Hey you! Wow New Zealand looks just fab, I really wanna go there now! The scenery looks great and sand boarding sounds like such a laugh! From what I hear you are having a banging good time, so keep it up beat gurrrrlllll! Lil Lozza misses you tho, 2 weeks and counting! You best come meet me in Brisbane so we can tear it up, yus yus! Happy travelling, to you and Toni! Love you lots like jelly tots! xxx |
| 24th February 2007 Barbs | Hot to trott! - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. Hiya hon, Looks like that little broken toe isn't stopping you from doing loads. Your horse trek looks fab - were you walking like John Wayne afterwards? I bet going through the river was fun (and scary!). All your piccies just look so beautiful, everything's so green and blue. The sun helps as well I bet! Enjoy the rest of NZ. Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 23rd February 2007 Lee | wel.... - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. hey, nice 2 c ya, on a horse, bare back, altho i thought u meant u were bare!!!!! lol did it 'bolt'? oh, that wud of been great if that wud of happened!!!!!! so ur in NZ and still enjoying urself ( im so not jelous...honest) email u soon hpoefully. catch ya Lee xxx |
| 23rd February 2007 SLIVER FOX | YOU LUCKY COW !!! - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. JUST A QUICKKIE TO SAY, GLAD YOU GOT TO KIWI LAND HOPE IT BRINGS YOU AS MUCH, IF NOT MORE, FUN & EXCITEMENT, THAN OZ !! I'M SPITTING BRICKS, WHILE DOING ANOTHER LATE SHIFT & THEN DOUBLE WEEKEND :( GOING FOR MY TATTOO, TWO WEEKS TOMORROW :) A GECKO ON THA "LARGE" SURFACE AREA OF THE BOTTOM, FOLLOWED BY SUM FLAME LILLIES, TO REMIND ME OF HOME - ZIMBO - SHOULD BE FUN ?? I HOPE, I'LL LET YOU KNOW :)) MISSING YOU LOADS AND KEEP ON WITH THOSE DARN UP-DATES, STILL MAKES ME GREEN WITH ........ X X X X |
| 23rd February 2007 Mama Kocak | Lovely rainbow.. - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. More and more adventures are achieved, well done. You look great on the horse back... Thanks for the beautiful photos, loving them. Enjoy your time out there, love mama xx |
| 23rd February 2007 Lynn Steele | Kiwi Land - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. Hi Mel Give my love to Kiwi Land, its 32 years since I was there, thats longer than you have been born! Hope you are enjoying a jug of beer. Love Lynn |
| 23rd February 2007 Rhianne | Go Cowgirl! - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. I am so damn jealous girl! It looks so gorgeous. I am very impressed by the horseriding - go cowgirl!!!! Can't wait to see you when you're back xxx |
| 23rd February 2007 Alissa | - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. Hey Lady.. wow good on you for riding that horse.. your a natural.. Your pictures are beautiful.. NZ Looks amazing.. miss ya, Aliss a |
| 23rd February 2007 Liz | Watch out for the stink! - From: Somewhere Over the Rainbow.. Hi Mel, great to see your blog - oh the memories of cape regina, auckland tower (why didn't you climb it?! great fun!), the sandboarding (the trapse up the dunes so long and the sand EVERYWHERE but again lots of fun coming down) and Auckland. Did you manage to hook up with Emma? If you go back to Auckland, check out the Irish bar just opposite the Auckland Tower; did kareoke when I went, right up your street. The weather looks hot and the horseriding fun, esp in the river! Very cool. Have fun in Rotorua and don't be fooled when you can't smell the sulphur anymore - that's because you'll smell of it too! Clings to everything you own, believe me. But lots of exciting sulphur pools and volcanoes, a zoo and glowworm caves. Where are you going next? Have you done Queenstown? Definitely should - you'll love it. What's your schedule? Thanks for your package and card, haven't opened them yet as am saving til the big day - just5 days of this decade left! Ooo, the anticipation! :) xx |
| 19th February 2007 Kristy from Canada | - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! Hey Mel! I am already back in cold Canada and missing the warm weather and of course the surf experience, along with all the friends I made on the way. We had such a great time!!! I hope you are having a wonderful time in NZ. How is your foot doing without your personal nurse around? ;-) Take care of yourself and have loads of fun. Luv ya xoxo |
| 19th February 2007 Cherine | Just a quick hello - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! Can't believe you will be back soon time has flown, and what fun you have had. The surfing looked cool, also good for picking up a surfer dude :-) Well take care will e mail you again later. xx |
| 19th February 2007 Nic | Ah mate your little toe, ouch!!! Bless ya! - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! Learning to surf looks like alot of fun! Will definately do that at some point. Have fantastic time in nz and email me with your photos when you get a chance mate. Say hi to loz for me Nic xx |
| 14th February 2007 tony | surf style may need tweaking!! - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! glad you finally got to surf although breaking your toe half way through was a new way of getting out of it i'd have just over slept!!! oh well atleast your stuck with me for a fortnight in kiwiland sure we'll have fun just hope you don't try to kill me again!! |
| 13th February 2007 Lozza | - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! Hee hee, loving the pics of you surfing, proof that you did stand up however short it was! Surfing was def one of the highlights of my trip, all the madness that went on was awesome :) !!!!! I hope New Zealand goes great for you and Tony is looking after you! Surfers Paradise is alright, had the most random night last night but will tell you all about it when I see you next! I miss you lots and lots and lots and lots, how will I survive the east coast without you, someone needs to help me control my liver! Cant wait to see you in Brisbane for more melanora adventures! Love you lots like jelly tots xxxxxxxxxxx |
| 13th February 2007 Rhianne | - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! ooooh cool! xxxx |
| 13th February 2007 Lorraine | So your travels are on again... - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! New Zealand will be fabulous - Completly different from Auatralia! I can't realy believe that you are away and experiencing so much new and exciting things. My trip to the Isle of Wight seems a liitle bit feeble in comparison. Take care of yourself and have a fantasic time in New Zealand!!!! Lots of love RAinxx |
| 13th February 2007 Sinem | hi canim! - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! loved your surfing pictures, you may be a beginner but the pictures doesn't look like you just started surfing. sorry to see that you broke your finger :( hope you'll get better soon take care xxx sinem |
| 12th February 2007 zoe | hiya - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! Well done on surfing, 15sec...not bad.Sorry to hear about foot at least you did'nt meet any sharks.....take care.. |
| 12th February 2007 Barbs | Wow - Surfer Babe! - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! Hiya Hon, You look fab my dearie. Those piccies of you on the surf board are brill. It's really strange seeing you on the beach in the warm (I pressume!) when I've just got back from a week ski-ing in the freezing cold. What a bummer you hurt your toe, I bet you would have been riding the waves with style with a bit more practise. Hope you get the chance for another try. Can't wait to see some piccies of NZ - hope you have a great time hon. Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 12th February 2007 Alissa | - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! Hey Lady.. I'm so proud you actually made it up on the board.. too bad you were RUNNING to save your life and broke your toe.. Well more stories for you to tell .. haha Had a blast with you.. good luck in NZ!! See you soon.. Cheers |
| 11th February 2007 Androulla Constantionu | Hot chic surfing. - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! Hey honey, pictures of you on the surf board are awesome - so pleased you loving and enjoying your travels - i wish i was there..... How is all honey? when are u planning a comeback? Lots of muchkinness love xx |
| 11th February 2007 Lynn Steele | Lost - From: Listen to my Heart Hi Mel Thought I'd lost contact with you when no blog appeared for a couple of weeks. Really missed the pics you send. Have a great time in Kiwi Land I know you'll love it. Say hello to Christchurch for me. Love Lynn |
| 11th February 2007 Si | Must try harder! - From: Listen to my Heart Not a bad effort with the surfing but belly boarding would of been a whole lot easier! x x x |
| 11th February 2007 Mama Kocak | The surfing experience - From: I just wana go surfing...surfing Australia!!! Well done as much as you could till your unfortunate little incident. You look good on the surf board in and out of the water. I am sure you'll be able to do some more when you get back to east coast after NZ. You were lucky to meet more nice people at the camp. Wish you a great time in NZ. Good luck and take care.. love you loads Mama xx |
| 10th February 2007 Jenna | Jealous! - From: Listen to my Heart Hi Mel. I know i say it every time but im sooo jealous you're still there and im back here! Who are you doing your surf camp with? Sounds like the one we did with waves and it was great. Did come the closest ive ever come to death a few times over the 5 days though! Katy and i keep in touch with a couple of the guys from there so if it is Waves say hello to Tim and Ducat from us. Have a great time and let me know what you think of NZ! Jenna xx |
| 10th February 2007 Lozza | - From: Listen to my Heart Yep I agree, those past 3 months in Sydney were awesome, I couldnt have asked for a better time! Its a shame it went so quickly, there was just always something going on! We were lucky with the flat, there were some interesting characters to say the least! I would mention surfing but I'll leave that til your next blog, now thats gonna be some read! Now lets head over to the beach to top up our tans! Good luck in New Zealand, say hi to Toni for me and go hard! Mwah xxxx |
| 10th February 2007 Nicki | Lovin the dreads!!! - From: Listen to my Heart hey honeybun....looks like u really did enjoy your time spent in sydney, hope you have just as much fun in NZ....sure u will....still contemplating the whole adventure idea for end of april....will u be back in oz again then or not??u really have done so much!!oh and LOOOOVIN the dreads-VERY COOL!!!!can just imagine roy gregorys reaction if he'd seen u with them!!!love as always xxx |
| 8th February 2007 Meral & Tim | - From: Listen to my Heart Looks like you'll be leaving Sydney with many happy memories and may there be more in New Zealand! Take care and look forward to your new adventures :) |
| 2nd February 2007 Mama Kocak | Listening to your heart ..... - From: Listen to my Heart ...has definitely done justice to you. You look so good, happy and relaxed - even with your dreadlocks - it is amazing. Good luck with your surfing, don't let the sharks bite, God forbid! Enjoy yourself and send us NZ photos, would like to see some, as you are very good at taking good snaps. Good luck to your good friends, Laura and Alissa as well. Happy days to you too, lots of love, Mama xxx |
| 24th January 2007 Alissa | - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! Hey Beautiful Lady.. WOW you live with a bunch of HOTTIES!! haha.. Thank you for the Greatest Christmas EVER!! I've had the best couple of months and couldn't have picked a better flat to move into.. or roommates!! Remember country wedding in Canada with Wayne as the stripper!! Enjoy the rest of your travels and whatever you do follow your heart!! Hugs & Kisses Your Favorite Canadian Alissa |
| 21st January 2007 Meral and Tim | - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! Christmas day on the beach, what an experience! Also new years must have been amazing. We watched the countdown live from the UK (at 1pm in the afternoon) and saw the beginning of the fireworks display- they definitely know how to put on a display out there! |
| 19th January 2007 lee | hey up ethel - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! well u kno how 2 make ppl jealous bck in the motherland dnt ya! dnt come bck 2 eng darls, it sux and its cold and it blowing a gale! new years looked pretty gud, not as gud as lst yr tho (coz i wasnt there in sydney lol) well hope ur avin fun, n where r ya u neway now? gota go Lee xxx p.s. wat u dun 2 ur hair? |
| 15th January 2007 christine | All different! - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! Hi how bazar - Christmas day in a bikini!! Looks like you have a good spot for new year too! Looking forward to seeing more of those dreads!!!!! Keep up the laughs. xx |
| 9th January 2007 dommie | ps - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! i forgot....the dreads are wikid...they so suit u babe! wish i'd look that good wit em...always wanted some.....u are truly a funki chick! x |
| 8th January 2007 dommie | purr... - From: Here comes the sun wow u look like a cat in that last one! mieow! ;) x |
| 8th January 2007 dommie | ur an absolute legend! - From: It's my birthday and I can climb if I want to.. can't believe u wore that maid's outfit out! :) wikid honey! ...ah takes me back to our last nite out in Cancun ;) ...bad girls have all the fun |
| 8th January 2007 dommie | Mellie the groupie... - From: Neighbours everybody needs good neighbours! rubbin shoulders with the big Aussie stars eh hon? hope u got some autographs...if times get tough u can always stick em on ebay ;) |
| 8th January 2007 dommie | wow babe! - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! wow babe!....u look fantastic! stunning and with such a wonderful glow. its great to see the real Mellie ...the Mellie i always knew was there. cheesy i know ...but it really warms my heart to see how happy u are. jus wish i could join u ...but hopefully if all goes well i soon might :) ...and then the adventures of Mellie n Dommie can continue! anyway babe take care loadsa love nike xxx |
| 8th January 2007 Mama Kocak | Far far away......... - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! What a celebration, what a way to end 2006 and look forward to a happier 2007!!! Well done Meltemcim.... mama xxx |
| 8th January 2007 Turkishdelight | Who's bob... - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! Just to clarify things, Tone named my backpack Bob cos of it's human like resemblance!? I suppose the way I tied the sleeping bag did make it look like it had a head.. |
| 7th January 2007 Liz | Was dreading those dreads but... - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! ...was pleasantly surprised! They look ok, especially with your pretty face under them sweetie. Happy new year to you too and was great to cacth up on the phone at Christmas. Sounds like you had a great New Year. Roll on 2007 for more of your stories and adventures! Lxxx |
| 7th January 2007 tone | hows bob? - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! hi mel, christmas looks good as does new year. got a small problem you look like bob marley and you carry bob on your back too many bobs. its getting confusing. be good to catch up in kiwi land laters bob2. tone |
| 7th January 2007 zoe | Happy new year - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! Wow what an amazing 06 you had....glad it went so great for you.... and heres to 07....what next?? |
| 7th January 2007 Heli | Wonderful New Year! - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! Sounds nice the christmas with flatmates! It is not many times you spend christmas on the beach! And all the kisses you could get on the New Years night... :) Keep on enjoying! And also thank you for being part of my 2006! |
| 7th January 2007 Lozza | - From: Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!! Well thank you Mel for mentioning that I passed out just after 12! The sign of a good night and new year, I like to think! But on a serious note, I have had the best xmas and new year. It was so great to spend it with you! I thought I'd be a right larry at xmas but then I met you and its been brill ever since! We've both come a long way from the people we were when we first got out here, so lets give ourselves a pat on the back! You are a stronger person then you think and a better person for doing this whole travelling malarky and also for meeting me of course! Hope 2007 brings you some more laughs, travelling and good times! Bring it on! Love you lots like Jelly tots xx |
| 5th January 2007 caroline king | - From: Neighbours everybody needs good neighbours! wow mel im very impressed with your celebrity meeting! although i have not been adding a comment, i have been reading all about your adventures. thought i would tell you quickly about ,mine. ian and i had a beautiful little girl - emily- on 13th dec! when you get back, come and see us |
| 21st December 2006 Liz | Paul Robinson! - From: Neighbours everybody needs good neighbours! Hey hunny, How funny! Now tell me...Does Paul Robinson the actor have a wooden leg too? (he does in the series) Rumour has it that Toadie got in trouble for always pulling girls while on tour and had to be told off by Neighbours. Can't decide who is worse. Hoping the Christmas festivities are awesome for you babe! Your stories are always great fun to read so looking forward to more again soon. Am feeling all Christmassy too, what with all the Christmas parties and now very cold weather. I did a bellydancing show at salsa last night! Tell you more on the phone. Speak soon, liz xxx |
| 21st December 2006 Androulla Constantinou | Hi There is OZ!! - From: Neighbours everybody needs good neighbours! you are hillarrrriiiouuuussss! toad was in canters again!! in panto himself , not sure if you were away Hope all well honey and that you are behaving! hmmm!! i am soo sorry i missed your birthday and thank you much for your xmas card - i have noted your address you ozian you!! - see what i did there! ha ha!! ... merry xmas and a happy new year if i dont catch you and ill speak to you soon!! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 21st December 2006 Lozza | A fun filled night! - From: Neighbours everybody needs good neighbours! Ahh, the memories! It was a good night, wasnt it! I never thought I'd be able to say I insulted a cast member of Neighbours but now I can! And you getting hit on by Paul Robinson! Its wrong on so many levels but also hilarious! Well thats another must do ticked off the list! Next task is the fireworks over the harbour bridge, new yrs eve! Its so so exciting at the mo, I feel like a little kid getting all worked up about Santa arriving soon!AArrrgggghhhh!!!!!xx |
| 21st December 2006 tony | oh dear oh dear oh dear!!!! - From: Neighbours everybody needs good neighbours! i've been told that you were very lucky to get lynn and paul as they don't do it very often. glad you had a good time and didn't miss out again, i don't regret not going in melbourne. in new zealand now its only 12 degrees what was i thinking????? still its like christmas at home peeing down!!!! laters trouble. tone |
| 21st December 2006 Mama Kocak | With good neighbours?!!! - From: Neighbours everybody needs good neighbours! Oh wow Meltem, you are incredible, you went and found the Neighbours' popular characters to have a chat and photos taken!!! Does look like a fun evening too, glad you are enjoying yourself. Love Ma xx |
| 20th December 2006 lee | hmmm...... - From: It's my birthday and I can climb if I want to.. wel this is blackmail in my opinion but neway....dnt really kno wat 2 put, altho i aint loud or noisy, im very well mannered, young man, who is very considerate 2wards otha's. so 2 all mel's friends that r in eng and reading this, im bck in eng if ne of u wanna cum up north 2 c me...lol. im gona write anotha lata on, wen i can actually fink of sumfing witty 2 say, altho it may b a while. ar well, gud job on climbing the bridge, but ha ha ha i did b4 u!!!!! ner ner (or howeva thtas spelt!) Lee x |
| 19th December 2006 Meral & Tim | - From: It's my birthday and I can climb if I want to.. really glad you enjoyed the bridge climb and the view looked stunning. its really weird to see the sun out and it so warm on your birthday, glad you made the most of it! take care xx |
| 18th December 2006 zoe | hiya - From: It's my birthday and I can climb if I want to.. Wow looks like you had a great b.day.. Thanks for xmas card I did send one back hopefully in time..... If not have a great christmas on the 'beach' luckly you better than cold old england....glad to see you having great time.....HAPPY CHRISTMAS love zoe..... |
| 18th December 2006 Mama Kocak | What a wonderful birthday! - From: It's my birthday and I can climb if I want to.. Very pleased that you had such a lovely birthday celebration, again this is once in a life time event which I am sure you'll cherish the memories and feel how lucky you are, good luck Meltem'cim and all the best. Lots of love Mama xx |
| 18th December 2006 Nicki | Bday time!! - From: It's my birthday and I can climb if I want to.. Ahhh soooo glad to see u had a fab bday down under hun and looks like you've got some pweeety male housemates too....mmm.....yummy!!!have a very merry chrimbo and new years in the sunshine!!!xxxx |
| 18th December 2006 Becky | - From: It's my birthday and I can climb if I want to.. Oh wow, looks like you had an amazing birthday - wish I could celebrate my birthday in the hot weather too! Thanks for my cards hun and I hope you have a great Christmas and New Year - looks like you have made so many friends that you'll be having a great time. All my love, Becky |
| 18th December 2006 Lozza! | - From: It's my birthday and I can climb if I want to.. Hey Mel! The climb definately is one of the highlights of my travels round Oz so far! It was great and Im so glad we got to do it on your birthday to make it extra special! I can't wait for Christmas to arrive, its so near and its so exciting! New Year will be especially great, with all the housemates together to bring in 2007 and of course to spend it with you, my surrogate sister! Glad you had such a wicked birthday, from what I remember the outfits caused quite a stir :) !!! Love u lots and lots! Mwah xxx |
| 18th December 2006 Mer | he babe - From: It's my birthday and I can climb if I want to.. Hahaha funny that I find myself in Darwin again. It's quite weird 2 fly in here this time, as opposed 2 last time when we did the tour up from Alice. It's blazing hot here, nothing much 2 do but work and lounge by the pool. Quite nice. Big Hug |
| 14th December 2006 John & Sheila | Merry Xmas - From: Sweet Home Adelaide enjoyed your travelblog hope you are still enjoying yourself have a good christmas and newyear love john sheila and sam |
| 3rd December 2006 SIMON | - From: Here comes the sun Sorry I've been lazy and haven't looked at the PC for sometime! How was your birthday!?!?!?!?!? Thanks for your address, what time do you want me round ps all ways say an hour earlier than you mean! Has your time keeping improved? It appears to me that it has actualy got allot worse as your now late by 6 months! lol When you do get back are you having a slide night round yours? .....or perhaps a weekend might be more suitable! :) x x |
| 26th November 2006 Meral | - From: Here comes the sun loving all the pictures, sydney looks like a lovely place and currently a second home for you :) Hope you have a great day on your birthday and we look forward to seeing the pictures of the habour bridge climb- better you than me..... x |
| 26th November 2006 Turkishdelight | Dear Mamam - From: Here comes the sun Thank you for your birthday wishes, I will definitely let you know what I get upto. Love you.xx |
| 26th November 2006 Turkishdelight | Famous Five bud.. - From: Here comes the sun Hey Jack, it's good to hear from you. Yes, it has been a while. Glad you're keeping yourself up to date with my adventures. We will definitely have to have a reunion when I get back.. xx |
| 24th November 2006 Jack | Hello - From: Here comes the sun Hi Mel, it feels like forever ago that we met you Fiji, n am so jealous seeing pictures of Sydney again. Instead im in North Wales, where it hasnt stopped raining for past 3 days n has now decided to blow a gale aswell. Anyway hope ur having a top time still, looks like u r. Take care. Jack xxx |
| 24th November 2006 Mama Kocak | Here we go.....Sydney again!!! - From: Here comes the sun Both looking good and happy after the reunion and to the good times ahead to spend together. I like your boss, very efficient looking. How cool is that roof top pool, very lucky to find a place in the middle of the town. Make the most of it. Have a great time climbing up the bridge and make a wish at the top, might come true... you never know. Keep enjoying yourself...until your next blog which probably be about your birthday celebrations. Happy Birthday on the 1st of December, with love Ma xxx |
| 24th November 2006 Turkishdelight | Fellow Munckin Ang - From: Here comes the sun Glad to hear you are thinking of me when you saw the musical 'wicked'- what are you trying to say??!!! |
| 24th November 2006 Turkishdelight | Tony bolony.. - From: Here comes the sun aaa excuse me... who has put up pics of me sleeping in the car and falling over in the snow eh!!!! |
| 24th November 2006 Turkishdelight | Hey Babs - From: Here comes the sun Really glad to hear things have gone through with your new home. You have to wait till I get back to have a party!!!!xx |
| 24th November 2006 tone | thanks for the lovely pics - From: Here comes the sun hi mel good to see your painting me in a good light. good to see you finally got everything sorted in sydney, by passing brissy at mo due to cricket and schooleys at surfers take it easy and don't worry i'll find some good pics of you to!!!!! |
| 23rd November 2006 Barbs | Nice Pad - From: Here comes the sun Hiya hon, you're rooftop pool looks so cool and it looks so lovely and sunny over there! Wish I was there to celebrate your birthday with you, I bet you'll have a brilliant time - can't wait to see the update on that one. Hope you have a fab birthday - how could you not with all that sun and friends around! I'm impressed about the hair not being washed for 10 weeks - that even beats my record! Good News from us - we exchanged contracts on our house today - Yay! - we move on 30th! Good Huh? Shame we couldn't have a joint celebration. I'll have a glass for champers for you. |
| 23rd November 2006 Lozza | Oi! - From: Here comes the sun Lol, what can I say, older men are attrcated to my older wisdom but youthful good looks! I have to say tho' me and Tony do look 'special' in that picture! OOh, how exciting is next week gonna be! The madness and mayhem! That reminds me, I hafa ask for your birthday off, fingers crossed! Looking foward to what the theme will be for your next blog, it all depends on the amount of goon we drink on Friday and on your birthday, god help us! Good times! Lots of love, Lozza xxxx |
| 23rd November 2006 Androulla Constantinou | hiya - From: Here comes the sun another 6 months - you go girl!!! ... cant believe you havent used shampoo for 10 weeks...u look good though : - ) x went to see 'wicked' last night in west end - thought of you. the show was amazing. speak soon x |
| 22nd November 2006 Estelle | Im a Celebrity.....!! - From: She's got a Ticket to Ride Arnt you watchin' Im a celebrity Get Me out Of Here'?? Its got Jason Donovan in it!!!! Missin out girli!!! Im sending you a private message - sumthing to ask you!!! |
| 15th November 2006 Barbs | Neighbours, everybody needs good neighbours! - From: She's got a Ticket to Ride Hiya Hon, still having fun and misbehaving by the looks of things. Good for you. I am very sad and still watch neighbours so I know who Janelle is and am very jealous of your little tour. Ta for the postcard hon, was nice to hear from you. I will mail soon (when I get 5 seconds) and tell you all our news. Still a rollercoaster ride on the house front. Loads of love and hugs, Barbs. xx |
| 15th November 2006 Androulla Constantinou | G'day - From: She's got a Ticket to Ride g'day chook, glad to know all is well and u not feeling crook! u look like u are just having the best time ever ever ever... all looks amazing, neighbours ...jennelllll - srouuthhh mate! ... Hope all is well xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 15th November 2006 Mama Kocak | A dream come true - From: She's got a Ticket to Ride Melbourne looks like a very nice place. Shame couldn't stay any longer but at least you were able to do Neighbours tour where your childhood dreams came true and a very nice photo of you at Ramsey Street to look back many years later. Though poor you, don't look too good with the hangover! Good luck in Sydney xxx |
| 15th November 2006 Meral | - From: She's got a Ticket to Ride Neighbours set, wow! Lucky you!! I actually recognise the member of cast you saw, she lives in the old Robinson house with her kids- 2 girls & 2 boys I think... Melbourne looks like a stunning city and glad you had a good time there (even if it was shorter than you had planned). Take care x |
| 15th November 2006 Nikki | well well well....... - From: She's got a Ticket to Ride well well well those photos just sum it up....love them!!neighbours tour??UNBELIEVABLY INSANELY JEALOUS!!mels men??mmm nice.....WORK WELL DONE and mel hungover??JUST TOOOO FUNNY!!!xxxx |
| 4th November 2006 Turkishdelight | Hello Stranger! - From: Four seasons in one day.. Good to hear from you Si. Not quite snow woman... was ice woman instead, it was chilly!!! |
| 4th November 2006 SI | - From: Four seasons in one day.. I've been very lazy with looking at my e-mails and to think I started off so well! I will get into good habbits again soon! It looks great there and I bet not too many people can say they have strolled through a snow cloud. Did you come out looking like a snow woman??! |
| 2nd November 2006 Heli | - From: Four seasons in one day.. Hi Mel! It is always a pleasure to read about your trip! Life is full of adventures and Im glad you have made through also the not so safe ones (with the car I mean)! The pictures are great also. :) Maybe you should consider starting a new career as a journalist! Love: Heli |
| 2nd November 2006 Turkishdelight | Cat Girl comments... - From: Four seasons in one day.. Thanks for your concerns... I know I have been lucky with my close calls but all is well :) Not sure about my bday plans, probabaly going to be on the east coast somewhere? We'll see. xx |
| 1st November 2006 Barbs | Cat Girl - From: Four seasons in one day.. Hiya hon. Oh my God will you stop nearly crashing woman, you're giving all our hearts exercise!! I think you must have nine lives like a cat! Still, if you're not the best driver in the world when you come back then I'll be amazed. I can't believe you had to drive a Matiz in such nasty conditions, that has to be the worst car for the job. Yeeeks! Still, I'm loving your adventures and all the piccies. Hey girlie, you making any birthday plans? Love and hugs, Barbs. |
| 1st November 2006 Mama Kocak | When you were in Tasmania - From: Four seasons in one day.. Small island with big adventures in store, very lucky to have pulled through the two instances, especially with snow you can't be sure of your driving. But it looks you've been to great places and met some nice people which is a bonus. The photos are very good examples of the nature (hot & cold) and the wild life which is lovely. Well done Meltem! |
| 1st November 2006 Meral & Tim | - From: Four seasons in one day.. wow, you really did get to experience all the seasons!! Views look stunning and lots of great photos. Well done for managing to keep Eileen on the road, she doesn't look like a car that is very safe or sturdy at the best of times.. eekkk... bye for now x |
| 31st October 2006 Dawn Edwards | They are gorgeous!! - From: In the Jungle the mighty jungle the koalas sleep tonight Have always loved koala's, seeing them in your photo's is just wonderful! So you kept the van for a few more days? But hey look what you got to see, amazing. Talk about you often Mel, wishing that I had done what you are doing, perhaps I'll have a go when George goes off to Uni, only 4 more years to wait, not long as the crow flies! Keep us posted and envious! Lots of love Dawn |
| 31st October 2006 Meral & Tim | - From: In the Jungle the mighty jungle the koalas sleep tonight Enjoying the photos and the commentary. Looks like you have met most of the native ozzie animals now, well done. Keep the blogs coming! |
| 31st October 2006 Laura | Cool!! - From: Priscilla Queen of the Ocean Road Wow, you got some really cool photos, I can't wait to see it myself!! And you were travelling in luxury, unlike in our lil' Sheila, bless her little bumper!! Hope its all going great and there is plenty of laughter and dodgey stories to tell!! Haha ! Miss you lots like jelly tots!! |
| 27th October 2006 Lynda | Travel Girl - From: Priscilla Queen of the Ocean Road Hi Mel What a well travelled girl you are now! Great to see you enjoying yourself, love all the pictures you include on the blog. 2 weeks to Barnum now so getting a bit nervous. Keep travelling girl this is a once in a life time opportunity. Love Lynn |
| 26th October 2006 Mama Kocak | Hang on to your nose stud!! - From: In the Jungle the mighty jungle the koalas sleep tonight Lovely kaolas but my Mini is lovelier.... Like the little tree, would have been just right for me. Keep enjoying yourselves, love xx |
| 26th October 2006 Mama Kocak | Taking easy... - From: Sweet Home Adelaide How nice to find a familiar face and very hospitable relatives, thanks to them you recovered from your West Coast adventures. |
| 26th October 2006 Mama Kocak | London Bridge is falling down!!!!! - From: Priscilla Queen of the Ocean Road Good you weren't on that London Bridge as it happened, you never know! Alllah korusun (nobody will be able to make out this he he he) |
| 26th October 2006 Tony | hum what to say - From: In the Jungle the mighty jungle the koalas sleep tonight can't say too much about mel as shes sitting next to me, not that i'm scared but she neally killed me yesterday but thats for her to tell you so keep reading! love the way she tells everyone i'm old, does any one want to swap did you know she snores??? Don't mean it mel really come on time to get moving, did you know it takes mel 3 days to write each entry thats why she wants more comments. laters tony. |
| 26th October 2006 Turkishdelight | Hello back! - From: In the Jungle the mighty jungle the koalas sleep tonight Thanks hon. Great to hear from you. I am pleased that I can share my experiences with the people I care about. I wish you could all be here with me but as that's not possible I make the effort to spend time downloading photos and writing up short comments. Hope you continue to enjoy reading as I am doing. Lots of love. xx |
| 26th October 2006 Turkishdelight | Cutesy Wutesy Woo!! - From: In the Jungle the mighty jungle the koalas sleep tonight It is actually the super duper zoom on my camera that you guys helped me pick :) that has made the tree look little! Didn't need a big professional camera in the end I seem to get preety good shots with my little one ! |
| 26th October 2006 Rhianne | Hello there! - From: In the Jungle the mighty jungle the koalas sleep tonight Hi Mel, Sorry not posted for a while but we are always thinking of you. Dylan says hello to his koala we stuck on his window everyday! Your blogs are fab I love getting a wee taste of what it would be like to be out there and you sound like you are just having the most amazing time. I am SOOOOO jealous but so happy that you are having all these amazing experiences - so life changing. Take care honey xxx |
| 25th October 2006 Barbs | Cutesy Wutesy Woo! - From: In the Jungle the mighty jungle the koalas sleep tonight Auuw, those Koala's are soooooo cute - I'm with you on that one, I'd probably be as high pitched as you were and is that really a little tree or are you just a giant!! tehehe. Love and hugs, Barbs. |
| 25th October 2006 Dani | Finally I comment!! - From: Priscilla Queen of the Ocean Road Hello you. Sorry for such a delay in not making a comment! It has been great to keep seeing your updates and the fantastic time you are having; it looks as though you've been to and met some beautiful places and people, I am so envious!! Keep all the messages coming and I will definately keep reading them and look forwad to them. Also, I absolutely love some of your photos they do make me chuckle. It will be lovely to see you when the wanderer finally returns as I think I have seen you more via photos then face to face in all of 5 years, I can't wait. Look after yourself and I'm sending a big kiss X and hug from rainy Kent! xxxxxx |
| 24th October 2006 christine | - From: Priscilla Queen of the Ocean Road Hia looks lovely still. All that fresh air, even if the water is cold. You're sleep (or not) in the car reminds me of my little babes newborn days ha ha!! Keep safe and keep the pictures/commentry coming xx |
| 23rd October 2006 Barbs | Slirp Slirp - From: Sweet Home Adelaide Hiya, How jealous am I? I take it you had a gussle of some wine - Yumm! All that on top of Fish 'n' Chips at sunset. You must be in paradise! Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 23rd October 2006 Mandy | - From: Sweet Home Adelaide Hi Mel - bring us back some Jacobs Creek! Good to hear you're still having fun, it all sounds fantastic! Looking forward to the pics of the cute koalas..lots of love, Mandy xx |
| 23rd October 2006 Dawn Edwards | I want to go to Nambung! - From: On a van bound from no where.. Holy shamoly Mel, how marvellous does that beach look right now? Haven't seen a beach since May, and won't be until my next trip down to the South Atlantic next month. So proud to have a friend tootling around the World, having brilliant adventures and thoroughly enjoying herself. That picture of you and Laura is really sweet - the one with the Joey - was he injured or just rescued? Got to tell you burdie you have a wonderful colour in these pictures, the people standing with you look positively anemic by comparison! Take care and keep up the the "blogs", makes my day to read of your adventures on the other side of the world. Luv ya muchly. DD XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX |
| 22nd October 2006 Lynn | Koala - From: Sweet Home Adelaide Hi Mel Cuddle a koala for me, they are just so cute! Love Lynn |
| 15th October 2006 Lozza | Come back!! - From: On a van bound from no where.. Mel come back, I miss you!!! Lol we really are like a married couple, I feel like you've left me for someone new, which I suppose you have!! Well its good to look back over our road trip and the first few days/nights in Perth, so funny and random!!! As soon as I have the flight money Im coming over to Melbourne so we can cause some more mayhem and naughtiness over there!! Oh and also fund our travels a bit more!! Hope Tony is being good to you, and dosen't think we are too strange for calling eachother like 5 times a day and all your talking about me!!! Have fun on the Ocean Road and catch you in Melbourne, plus our porch monkey friend James!!!! xxxxxx |
| 11th October 2006 Heli | Enjoy every moment for me too! - From: Sheila's Wheels R Superstars Hi Mel (and Laura aswell)! It is great you girls are having great times, I can imagine how it is... :) Lots of love and as the title goes... enjoy for all of us too!!! |
| 11th October 2006 Turkishdelight | James the dude.... - From: On a van bound from no where.. Or porch monkey... Good to hear from you. Hope to see you soon in Melbourne. xx |
| 11th October 2006 Turkishdelight | Big glasses... - From: I can be anything I put my heart to.. It's fashion to have big glasses nowadays, the only problem is that you end up getting a odd suntan on your face!!! |
| 11th October 2006 James the dude | Oh happy days - From: On a van bound from no where.. Well you seem to have covered your whole journey, makes my 50 photos look kind of shit!! Like the photo of us in the boozer I might have to keep that.... |
| 10th October 2006 ange | ozzie men - From: On a van bound from no where.. hey mel (and her fellow travel buds), liking your ozzie men stories. you go girl! check u out on the quad! liked your wish you were here - wish i was - looks amazing. keep enjoying, with love xxxx |
| 10th October 2006 Mama Kocak | What a big sunglasses - From: On a van bound from no where.. Part two was as good as part one. Enjoying the photos, they are really good, makes one feel as if one is there, as you wrote on the sand "wish you were here". Wishing you the best of luck and fun on the next phase of your travels and also to your "friend sitting next to you". Love and kisses MK |
| 10th October 2006 Mystic Mel | Fantastic! - From: On a van bound from no where.. This is the best entry i've read! You're having a fabulous time and i am so envious of your adventures! I'm finishing up at Amex in 2 days - YAAAAAAAY then I have a week in Sydney to tie things up and fly to Tasmania on Oct 23 for the next chapter in my life. Speak soon xxx |
| 10th October 2006 candas | as a beginner - From: On a van bound from no where.. Meltem, this will be my first comment so as a start I want to say that this adventure&journey of yours is something that the half of the population of the world is dreaming of...with the only difference of them working forever in order to put some money aside. I congratulate you for coming up with the idea of traveling around the world and being able to turn it into real and most important of all, for your courage. You are seeing tons of things and experiencing life which is priceless. Keep posting your stories and keep us updated. I wish you good luck! |
| 10th October 2006 Thea | Stop it - From: I can be anything I put my heart to.. I can't take the envy anymore!!! Every picture you look more happy than the last! And I never knew we had such beautiful beaches!! It's amazing what you can find in your own backyard. Lurve the van too.. Darling Mel, only one request... no more photos of road kill please?? Thea xx |
| 9th October 2006 Mama Kocak | How to survive at West Coast! - From: I can be anything I put my heart to.. What an adventure; to drive all that way, get over the hickups and see so many beautiful places, well done; very proud of you. The photos are lovely too. Can't wait to read part two of the adventure. Bon voyage to Adelaide and I am sure you'll enjoy yourself over there as well. Goodbye and good luck. xx |
| 9th October 2006 Barbs | Green with envy - From: I can be anything I put my heart to.. Hiya honey, you look like you are having just the best time. I wish I was with you right now - no stress! Well, ok, maybe some stress was involved in getting the van stuck on numerous occasions but you sound like you're still giggling about it all so that's good. Take care honey, Love Barbs.xx |
| 9th October 2006 Meral | - From: I can be anything I put my heart to.. those two kangaroos standing in the middle of the road were asking for trouble weren't they!! As for the poor one that didn't make it :( wish you hadn't put that picture up, its sad :( All the other pics are great thought, wonderful scenery and wildlife (the wild dolphin looks so cute). Bye for now x |
| 9th October 2006 Laura | The adventures not over yet!! - From: Sheila's Wheels R Superstars Hey my right arm, its your travel buddy here!! Just reading your blog brought back soo many funny memories of our trip!!! We saw some amazing things and had the most random time, I loved it!! Wether we were shouting at roo's outta the window or locking ourselves in the van to escape from crazy cows I have never laughed so much with one person and no doubt there are many laughs still to be had! Don't know what I'm gonna do now that your leaving me, I've gotta find another person to take embarresing pics of me!! Can't wait to meet up again in Sydney for Christmas/New year, we are gonna go mad, esp with decorations and tacky prezzies!!! Enjoy the ocean road and east coast, keep me up dated and have many more laughs on your adventures round Oz!!! From your friend sitting next to you xxxxxxxxxxx |
| 8th October 2006 Christine | Wow! - From: Sheila's Wheels R Superstars Hi little jealous now!!! This looks just like what travelling should be about. Wicked van! Love your photos too. Waterfall looks beautiful - wouldn't have guessed it was freezing : ) Keep going girlies xxxxx |
| 8th October 2006 Dawn Edwards | Wha hey! - From: Sheila's Wheels R Superstars Nice van ladies! How fabulous have never seen anything like that before. Was beginning to wonder where you lasses were, but great to see that you are still trundling along and it looks like you are chuckling all the way! Keep it up burdies. Much love. Dawn XXXXXXXXXXXXXx |
| 8th October 2006 Nikki | - From: Sheila's Wheels R Superstars hey mel you're lookin really great hun & wow all those adventures!!way cool!!each blog entry i get more & more jealous!!lovin the wicked mobile!!!excellent. keep havin fun xxx |
| 8th October 2006 zoe | hiya - From: Sheila's Wheels R Superstars Glad you still having a great time, you not the only one who had radiator problem on car, luckly old me though could call out a nice RAC man!!! anyway take care look forward to hearing from you soon...z. |
| 8th October 2006 Mama & Meral | - From: Sheila's Wheels R Superstars Scenery is stunning and you are looking well. Well done for doing so well without a map or a plan! Sheila looked like a cosy little home for a fortnight, shame she wasn't an Elvis one though. Looking forward to your next installment, m & m xx |
| 24th September 2006 Laura | Hey ya - From: I'll dust my Broome hey ya, Hows it going?? You sound like your havin an ace time!!! I am so jealous perth wa sone of my faves!!!! MAke sure u visit freo!!! And cottesloe-real surfer place!!!!! I stayed in ocean beach backpackers when i was there and it was ace!!! You've gotta at least visit to go to the bar next door u can watch the surfers whilst u drinkl!!!!! Anyhow bye for now xx |
| 23rd September 2006 Dawn Edwards | Hey you! - From: I'll dust my Broome Gone but definetely not forgotten, possibly people are sooo jealous of the fantastic time you are having honey that they can't bear to see it - I for one would love to be out there doing what you are doing. Blighty is turning into a vee nasty place where it seems ordinary people are looking at each other with nastiness in their hearts, so much trouble and strife, so you see you went at the right time and make sure that when you bag that rich Aussie chappie that he's got an older brother for me too!So this Van thing is it one of those Volkswagon things? Are you having to pay for the privilege or are you doing the "dropoff thing" for a hire company?Crikey just glanced quickly at your travel map and seen hopw far you've already travelled - thats a lot of miles - you go girlie!!Stay safe little Mel, enjoy the "road trip", and I'll be looking out for more news from you, you little intrepid traveller burdie you. Lots of love. DD XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX |
| 22nd September 2006 christine | - From: I'll dust my Broome Hi Mel Looks really good .. still!!!! Everytime I see one of your 'blogs' I feel so pleased that you did this. Wow!! Take care xx |
| 22nd September 2006 Mystic Mel | Adventures - From: I'll dust my Broome Well, the adventure continues! Sorry we didn't call you the other morning, Lizzie and I got caught up with work. We'll try you another day next week. Take care xxx |
| 21st September 2006 Mandy | - From: I'll dust my Broome Hi Mel - we can't have you thinkin you're forgotten now, can we!! I'm sorry its been awhile since I last wrote - had a family member pass away yesterday, after being diagnosed with cancer in July and given 6months to live..its not been a good time. BUT, you look like you are having a BALL! I'm soooo pleased for you honey, you deserve every minute of it...wish I was there with you..take care of yourself darling and continue to have fun on your adventures...lots of love xMx |
| 21st September 2006 Barbs | Still miss you! - From: I'll dust my Broome Hiya honey, you still sound like you're having a ball. Loads of stories to tell and lots of cool things to see. Naughty girls, hoarding that booze - tehehe! I miss being mischievious! Keep having fun and Good luck in the mining towns! Love and Hugs, Barbs. xx (I'll keep my fingers crossed for an Elvis van!) |
| 21st September 2006 zoe | hiya - From: I'll dust my Broome Broome looks lovely....good luck on next stage,try to avoid the Roo's.. Any spare rich aussie guys pass my way....hehe Good luck take care....z |
| 21st September 2006 Ange | hello!!!! - From: I'll dust my Broome hello my lil munchkin, you looking like u still having lots of fun. your pics of the beach are lovely. showed my ma - think she may want to scan and enlarge! how funny. just a hello comment. speak soon in length via email xx |
| 21st September 2006 Barnoo | Elvis over Sponge Bob anyday! - From: I'll dust my Broome Good luck my dears on your quest for that marriage material! I hope you find him! Watched you dancing in that bar that was on the net... how sad am I!? Mel you looked a little tipsy... I hope that wasn't alcohol you were drinking! Ha ha ha... ok well have a great trip to perth... or whereever it is your going.... you know why we don't write comments??? Cos we're jealous you lucky moo! Have a good one sweetie - waiting for the next instalment! Luv Banu xx |
| 21st September 2006 Lynn Steele | Poor Mel - From: I'll dust my Broome Dear Mel Sorry if you are feeling a bit forgotten, will try harder, promise. I love the pictures you send on the blog, keep them coming. Its a fantastic day here temperature is in the 80s and we are only a week away from October! Rehearsals for Barnum in full swing, its the Canterbury Concert on Saturday and then we start rehearsal for Kiss Me Kate the following week. Luckily I have done the show before so will not have to learn the words from scratch. I think you should definitely get an Elvis van and play his CDs all along the coast. It would also impress the miners along the way! Take care Mel Love Lynn |
| 21st September 2006 Mama Kocak | Relaxing two weeks for two! - From: I'll dust my Broome You were quite lucky to end up in a lovely place like that, very nice photos and you are looking good. Good luck with your journey down to Perth. I liked the eggs, very much like you two. Enjoy yourselves, take care and be good. Lots of love |
| 21st September 2006 Meral | - From: I'll dust my Broome Broome looks like a lovely place and glad your time there went well. Good luck on your drive down the west coast and please don't drive during dusk or dawn!! Take care x |
| 21st September 2006 Lozza!!!!! | Yay!!! - From: I'll dust my Broome hey there, tis your travel companion, one half of Melanora!!!! My what a journey we have ahead of us, BUT in a very cool and very stylish van (please god let it be spongebob!!). No doubt we are gonna have some very random stories to tell and maybe a few that we should keep between me and you and never to be told again!!!! Those miners better be ready, we're looking for marriage material (well a visa but if he's cute its a bonus!!!). See you in the van for our roadtrip to Perth, bring it on!!!! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 11th September 2006 Barbs | Muscle Woman - From: Now I got a brand new combine harvester.. Blimey Mel, you must be well fit after all that farming - or maybe just fit to drop. Sounds like very hard work. Tractor driving sounds like lots of fun though. Any news on the Aussie bloke front? Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 7th September 2006 Dawn Edwards | Slack Alice Here - From: Now I got a brand new combine harvester.. Hey sweetie, sorry to have been out of touch for so long, time just seems to be getting the better of me these days. The photos are brilliant, you look like you are really enjoying yourself and have made a lifelong friend there too! Don't think I would have been able to hack woking on those farms either, like you two likely lassies I too am a City girl at heart, just can't do that physical labour stuff, an Orlando bullet jsut about finishes me off these days! Sad ol bat that I am. As I had leave and couldn't afford to go anywhere, no change there then, found myself another job, only part-time, its working for a promotional company, mostly just spraying the unsuspecting public with new perfumes/aftershaves, but hey it beats hanging around the house all day and at least it'll put a few much needed sheckles in in the pot., as my lovely but enormous son has taken up icehockey and its proving to be a farily expensive sport, hey ho at least he's not wandering the streets making a nuisance of himself, small mercies and all that. Keep up the good work out there chick and sending your news, its really uplifting to read al about your adventures, and I have to say I think the Australian man for marriage seems like a very good idea, find one for me while you are at it please, there you are you two could set up an agency to match English burdies with Aussie blokes, could be a real money spinner???? Much love and as always take care. DD XXXXXXXXX |
| 5th September 2006 Mystic Mel | Butternutty goodness - From: Now I got a brand new combine harvester.. He he, made me laugh. I can only imagine how gruelling the day was with all that physical labour, i'm tired just thinking about it... Good luck finding an Aussie guy to marry, at least then you can stay here with us :) Hope you're feeling fully recovered from your tonsilitis my little friend. News from here is Lizzie had a great time away in New Zealand and she came back engaged! She sends her love to you and so do I xoxoxox |
| 4th September 2006 christine | - From: Are you ready to party???? Hi Mel. You look fantastic!! |
| 4th September 2006 christine | packing - From: Now I got a brand new combine harvester.. Hi mel. Hope you're okay. It was good to hear from you the other day!!! You're looking better given that you're free from the cold air con at least! I've done fruitpacking (also for about 3 days) when I was doing my A-levels and it doesn't sound much better. Although the weather is a plus. We're all okay - still waiting for my car (aka the bus!) to be fixed. Keep smiling and enjoy those taned oz men!! |
| 3rd September 2006 zoe | what an adventure? - From: Tie me kangaroo down sport..... Glad to hear you both ok...sounds like quite an adventure but funny although not probally for kangaroo....good luck when you hit the road again....take care |
| 2nd September 2006 SILVER FOX | - From: Tie me kangaroo down sport..... GREETINGS, sounds like you having a grand time, trying to "bond with the natives" one way or the other !! ?? !! :-) swimming with the croc's or trying to have roo steaks, surely there are "easier" way's to meet blokes ?? i've heard they all into their XXX, Foster's or Barbie's (as long as Ken doesn't mind or for that fact his boyfriend Bruce) ?? why not try getting a round of those in for a change ?? you mad wench !! anyway you keep the up-dates coming, missing you loads x x x x |
| 1st September 2006 Mer | hahahah - From: Tie me kangaroo down sport..... sorry girls, I cant stop laughing. This is so realy something for you to happen. Glad your ok though;-) Big hugs |
| 29th August 2006 Mama | Yes, party indeed! - From: Are you ready to party???? You look like the world beauty queen there but I feel sorry for garfield and the monkey, they got to put up with you a lot!!! Love xxx |
| 29th August 2006 Mystic Mel | Darwin can rest again... - From: Are you ready to party???? Well it seems the whirlwind that is Mel Kocak has left Darwin and it can return to it's quiet, humid self again. Great pics. Enjoy Kakadu! Mel xxx |
| 29th August 2006 Jo | Jealousy reigns! - From: Are you ready to party???? I'm well envious you scalliwag, enjoy the trip to Broome, the Kimberly is amazing! Have a goodun hun xx |
| 28th August 2006 Barbs | What a Bummer! - From: Are you ready to party???? Hiya honey, you poor wee thing having to get injections. Make sure you rest up and get fully recovered before heading off out for more fun. Watch out for those crocs!! Love and hugs, Barbs. xx |
| 28th August 2006 Liz | Party on Mel! - From: Are you ready to party???? Sounds great fun all that partying. You're not that old anyway to have to lie about your age, just don't pout else people will wonder if you're ready to get your pension! teehee!! (Extremely bad photo but funny.) Tips for a healthier liver - vitamins c, b12 and folate (cereal and oj should cover it the easy way) - will also help so you don't get tonillitis again (was that from too much kissing?! ;D) Good luck travelling to your next destination - watch out for those crocs...and kangas! xxx |
| 16th August 2006 Siiii | What croc?? - From: Don't go chasing no Waterfalls That croc really did blend in, so well spotted!! I'm not going to be as crude as the other entries about the giant balls but glad you had a 'good time' there! Love you lots x x |
| 13th August 2006 Trumpy | Haha - From: Don't go chasing no Waterfalls Ohh I got a mention in your blog, how very privileged I feel now!! "Um......in Korea........." Sorry I won't go on about her (it) anymore!! Good times on that trip and even better times since we've been in sunny Darwin!! We still have so much more laughter and fun times so you better be remembering them and adding them onto your blog, especially all that bullying you've done to me since I got back to civilisation!! Mwah xxx |
| 12th August 2006 Mel AMEX | G'Day - From: Don't go chasing no Waterfalls Darwin is about as Autrrrraaaaaaayyyyyyyyyn' as ya can get! Camping trip looks like a bloody good time mate. Strike a light - you saw a croc in the wild! Lovin' the photo of you with your boulders... STREWTH! ;) Mel xx |
| 11th August 2006 zoe | only wallabis? - From: Don't go chasing no Waterfalls Hi Hun, glad you still have a great time, nothing to worry about that sounds like crazy or horny wallabis?? well at least you got rid of lala girl....My Dad says hello he very jealous would love to be there too, especially considering its pouring with rain here, summer over yuck... anyway caring on having fun love zoe ps good luck with job find. |
| 11th August 2006 Barbs | I'm jealous! - From: Don't go chasing no Waterfalls Hiya Hon. Your latest update sounds just as fab as all those others. Although I'm not too sure how to comment on you standing between those 2 massive balls!!! So many rude comments to be made - I'll behave! I like the new look body, but I'm not sure green is your colour, can you tell the mother ship to turn you back to the old Mel we love? Everything looks sunny and beautiful - ooh, apart from that croc, yeeeks, that looks scary! Happy job hunting, I hope you find something fun. Looking forward to the next installment. Love Barbs.xx |
| 11th August 2006 disturbo (Mer) | BabyBaby - From: Don't go chasing no Waterfalls Hello darl, That is a sweet piece of writing on your blog. I'm not quite sure those were wallibies either, SCARY. I would like to add that our tourguide was as much in lalaland as our dear Lara was. Think it's time for them to start thinking bout living in a retirementvillage hahaha (sorry guys inside jokes). Anyway it was a blast and it's not over yet. Unfortunately not everyone can stay but with the 3 off us we'll be fine;-) Now all we need is jobs;-) Big hug Queenbitch |
| 7th August 2006 Thea | How cute is Briana!!! - From: Walking in ULURU..put on my beige suede sandals Gawd look at you!! Brown as a berry, you look like the natives!! It looks like so much fun and I love the photos - you're quite the photographer! Keep the updates coming, I love hearing what you're up to. |
| 7th August 2006 Nesa | WoW - From: Walking in ULURU..put on my beige suede sandals Hey gurl, I'm soooo jealous!! Looks like you're havin an Awesum time!! Great pics too!! Well keep havin fun gurl!! Catch up soon!! Much luv Nes:) |
| 6th August 2006 cherine | Hi - From: Walking in ULURU..put on my beige suede sandals Hi your certainly getting around!! everything looks great, pictures really cool, camping is fun its lovly to sleep under the stars, anyway take care c u soon |
| 5th August 2006 christine | - From: I'm in the middle of a TRAIN reaction keep going girl!! |
| 4th August 2006 zoe | - From: Walking in ULURU..put on my beige suede sandals Hi Hun, wow looks like you been having a great time..Loved your new friend very cute....how could anyone eat them?? Don't worry about silly film(wolf creek) there are nutters everyway!!! Caring on having fun...take care....XX |
| 4th August 2006 Mama | Conquering Uluru - your way - From: Walking in ULURU..put on my beige suede sandals Lovely places, lovely pictures & lovely you doing well!!! much love |
| 4th August 2006 Meral | wow - From: Walking in ULURU..put on my beige suede sandals lovely views Meltem. It looks stunning out there and you look like you are having a good time. Was good to see you on the webcam from bojingles earlier today (04/08). Take care and enjoy your next camping trip :) |
| 4th August 2006 Mel AMEX | So jealous... - From: Walking in ULURU..put on my beige suede sandals You're having an AWESOME time! Wish I was there too! xoxox |
| 3rd August 2006 zoe | hi hun - From: I'm in the middle of a TRAIN reaction Sorry to hear about stiff bum!! But well done wish I was there, very proud of you, well done now you true free spirit...Looking forward to pictures...certainty not missing anything here, weather now rubbish oh yes I am no longer blonde now arburn.Take care hun.... |
| 3rd August 2006 Jorge Flores | You are amazing girl!!!!!!! - From: I'm in the middle of a TRAIN reaction Hey baby....... Your adventure looks fantastic...I hope one day I am able to follow your footsteps. I am back in Spain, I have been for the last month. I am already working in the same old business, so hopefully i will keep on travelling. I miss you and I hope when your grand voyage is finished we get to meet again. Love you and miss you. Take care babe..... xxx |
| 3rd August 2006 Nesa | Hey gurl! - From: I'm in the middle of a TRAIN reaction Hey Mel, glad to hear your travels are going smoothly!! We missin you here at Amex lol...well keep safe gurl and make sure you look me up when you're back in town!! We gotta hit the town and check out the Aussie talent..hehehe TAke care...much luv..Nes |
| 2nd August 2006 nika | u go gurl-friend! - From: I'm in the middle of a TRAIN reaction hey babe! wow thats so cool. cant believe u went on the Ghan! so good to hear ur 'findin urself' (sorry its cliched but its the only thing i can think of that fits so well :) jus go wit it, enjoy n we'll always be here for u. love u lots from dommie n the crew at vjv (Cam, Delly n Cherine) xxx |
| 2nd August 2006 Liz | She's Ghan again... - From: I'm in the middle of a TRAIN reaction Never thought of you as a train spotter Mel! :) Lucky you got there in time, phew. Keep wiggling those toes and walking around every now and again - nurse's orders :) Still you'll have a good trek up the red mountain, rock on. Lx |
| 2nd August 2006 Tim | Too much time on trains! - From: I'm in the middle of a TRAIN reaction Well done for coping with those train journeys, I get bored with the 1h15m journey from Liverpool Street to Ipswich so a 43 hours on trains in 3 days is quite some feat! Hope you enjoy your time in Alice Springs, look forward to seeing more updates soon |
| 2nd August 2006 Thea | You're adorable - From: I'm in the middle of a TRAIN reaction We miss you Hunny. Hope you're enjoying a true Aussie backpacker experience up the middle of the country on the Ghan. Take some photos for me, I've never seen it! Be good. And if you can't be good then be safe. And if you can't be safe then name it after me!! Thea xxx |
| 2nd August 2006 Jono | Jealous! - From: I'm in the middle of a TRAIN reaction Great start to the trip! I am very jealous as you know. Alice Springs will be a real eye opener. Check out the Todd river while your there, it hasn't seen water for a very long time! Enjoy sunrise at Uluru, its the experience of a life time! Jono |
| 27th July 2006 Lynn | Keep Going - From: Whenever wherever we're meant to be together Dear Mel Keep hitting the road, its now or never! Love Lynn |
| 27th July 2006 Siiiiiiii | - From: Whenever wherever we're meant to be together This is turning into one of the best blogs that I have read! It's good to see that you still make friends just easily as you use to :-) I hope that your baggage hasn't gained in weight too much since you have been stationary, you might have to be nimble for your climb! Take care hun x x x x |
| 24th July 2006 Barbs | Good Luck - From: Whenever wherever we're meant to be together Hiya Hon, Good luck for the next leg of your journey. Lots more fun ahead by the sounds of things. Take care sweetie. Love Barbs.xx |
| 24th July 2006 meral | flower - From: Whenever wherever we're meant to be together Really great to see that you have made quite an impression on the people at the Amex office, well done. Love the idea behind the sunflower, resembling the brightness and happiness you were bringing to their office each day :) |
| 24th July 2006 Liz | smiles travel miles - From: Whenever wherever we're meant to be together Hey Mel, how lovely you're meeting nice people. Of course they're gonna miss you - we all do too!!! Be sure you wear a midgey-net at Ayers Rock - the mosquitoes come in droves apparently. Am looking forward to the next update of all your travels across the country. Then Darwin... ;) Sounds like you'll have a ball - I'm going to a doctor's ball tonight at a posh restaurant - will let you know if there's any goss! Don't forget you'll have to give us all Jen's address - for your Christmas cards! |
| 24th July 2006 Mama | On the go again! - From: Whenever wherever we're meant to be together I am sure where ever you go and whatever you do, you'll have good time and good memories, my thoughts are with you. Take care, lots of love Mama xxx |
| 24th July 2006 Banu | Excellent Update - From: Whenever wherever we're meant to be together Be spontanious, be free, be yourself and of course, be good... well if you can't be good, at least be careful! Sounds like you've got your head around this travelling melarkey! Looking forward to the next update! Lots of love Banu xxx |
| 24th July 2006 Ben | - From: Keep looking at my Beep! hi mel, finally back on the internet, good to see ya, ive been reading about your trip, man sounds like you are having a great time, i miss ya loads, when do you return, i live in surrey now, and wheres the naked photos of ya lol. love ben |
| 19th July 2006 Turkishdelight | Jealous of the weather... - From: Keep looking at my Beep! Ok, so I keep being told that the UK is having a heat wave!!! Yes, I am very jealous as it is cold and chucking it down with rain over here. But not for long for when I move up North I am going towards the heat.. Bring it on... |
| 19th July 2006 Nikki | - From: Keep looking at my Beep! wow oh wow babes.........THE SUMMER BAY BEACH!!!!now that IS something!!!FABULOUS!!!xxxx |
| 19th July 2006 Rhianne | - From: Keep looking at my Beep! Hi Hon, Wow all looks and sounds amazing. You really are doing this traveling thing in style eh?! Love the car! Perhaps i can just make you a tiny bit jealous by telling you its in the 30's here but i doubt you'd want to swap! And with no air con its just plain sweltering to tell the truth!. Take care hon love Rhianne xxx |
| 17th July 2006 Mama | You look good - From: Keep looking at my Beep! You have been doing great, keep going. Watching this space! Love Ma |
| 17th July 2006 zoe | hi there! - From: Keep looking at my Beep! Glad to hear foot all better, car looked like fun... Good luck on your next adventure..We in the middle of a Heatwave Here mid-90's won't last though!!! Take care hun...look forward to hearing from you again...zoe |
| 17th July 2006 Amy Outrim | WoW Wee - From: Keep looking at my Beep! It looks like your have a great time sweetie. Love reading your travel blog's. Looks like your having a wicked time in Sydney, it will be a shame to leave, oh well, more exciting things to see.Love Amyxxx |
| 17th July 2006 Lynn Steele | Travel Time - From: Keep looking at my Beep! Dear Mel Yes, time to get that back pack on again. If you stay much longer in Sydney we will never get you back to the UK again. We are all enjoying some glorious weather, been juggling in the garden, its hard! Looking forward to hearing your next blog from a new location. Take care, lots of love Lynn |
| 17th July 2006 Liz | Fast cars and TV sets - From: Keep looking at my Beep! Nice car! Not many can say they gone round in an mgf on their budget travels :) The place looks gorgeous even though its winter. Definitely will visit one day, shame did not work out this time. The weather's gorgeous here now - there's even talk that we'll get malaria mosquitoes before long (not yet don't worry). So glad your foot's better. Well done to Jen for helping to raise so much and to you on your prize (your last blog). Yes, I'm behind replying - busy bee - your update's by email. Your pictures and tales are always great to share - thank you and keep them coming. I hope you can get a copy of everything you've written at the end of your travels. Where are you off to next - the Alice Springs, Ayers Rock, Darwin plan? Enjoy, hope the train ride's not too tiring. Lxxx PS Try to get an extra's part in Home and Away before you go! |
| 17th July 2006 Androulla Constantinou | hey lovely - From: Keep looking at my Beep! hey, just thought id add a comment and say hey there, stick me a sprimp in the barbie if you can!!! ... you look like you having soo much fun, really pleased for you. cant imagine how many pics you must have collected!!!! say hello to the surf for me. ... speak soon xxxxxxxxxx biggest munchkin in the world. xxxx |
| 15th July 2006 Sliver Fox | Greetings Drunken Turkish Delightful - From: I can't wait for the weekend to begin!!! think it's time you came home, sounds like you are having way to munch fun & as you know weekends are such a "drag" ere at VJV. Yep, while you play with your fat pussy and popping those headache tab's from last night's pole dancing charity evening, i'm awaiting yet another action packed day of customer services calls and boring holiday destations ....... yawn, i "love this job" :-) we, Thong Mann, Stevie & I, are missing you loads but wishing you more great nights out & fantastic meeting of new friends and adams family extras (and i bet you've had a few (in more ways then .... )) follow those dreams girl, i'm only just getting rid of that green envy rash i got when you first "broke the news" of you jet-setting around the gobal village that is the starship enterprise, but every time i read your blog, bang,another flare up happens & more oinkment needs to be appllied, by the tub full. I'm so happy you took this way to start another chapter in one's life, rather than trying to repeat life's curry/kebab from yesteryear :-) life's ment to be explored and enjoyed and tasted, rest when you retire, take care, love you loads & keep sending those darn "itchy" updates. |
| 14th July 2006 chrissi | - From: I can't wait for the weekend to begin!!! Hi looks good (still). Keep the pictures coming!! xx |
| 14th July 2006 Meral | - From: I can't wait for the weekend to begin!!! Glad you are enjoying having weekends off and making the most of them :) Good to see you are looking so well in your photos (despite the fact your foot was causing you so much pain). Take care x |
| 12th July 2006 Nikki | - From: I can't wait for the weekend to begin!!! hey so u finally got to see mickey and minnie!!!!did u ask them why the hell they werent around at disneyland??!!!CRAP!im now a spoken for woman.........yes me n josh finally made it official we're going out!!missin u!!xxxx |
| 11th July 2006 Mama | What a busy weekend - From: I can't wait for the weekend to begin!!! It's nice to know you've been doing and seeing all these things. Make the most of it, you only live once. Lots of love from Mini too xxxx |
| 11th July 2006 Barbs | Weekends Rule!! - From: I can't wait for the weekend to begin!!! Hiya Honey, It must be bliss to finally enjoy your weekends and what a place to be to enjoy them. You've been up to loads, still having plenty of fun by the looks of things. Sounds like you've been fab at work - finally getting the recognision you deserve. Hoorray!! Looking forward to your next adventure. Love and hugs, Barbs.xx |
| 11th July 2006 lisa | shock - From: I can't wait for the weekend to begin!!! hello my dear, can't believe about your foot that is shocking!! Sounds like you are having a lovely time, lovely photos xxxxx |
| 11th July 2006 Tim | Looks like you are having a good time - From: I can't wait for the weekend to begin!!! Glad to see you are making the most of your time out in Oz, as well as making up for lost weekend time! Seem's like a good place to be, and I am sure it will be hard to leave the new man in your life when you start your travels again in 2 weeks. That is unless you plan to catnap Fatty for a round Oz tour ;) Take care and continue enjoying yourself! |
| 10th July 2006 Siiiiiiii | LA LA LA la la la - From: My hips don't lie Well that is the extent of my vocal range but what a range! So how are you enjoying all the barbies?? When are you navigating the out back? All the best for now x x x x x |
| 3rd July 2006 Barbs | Ouch!! - From: My hips don't lie Hiya honey, You brave wee thing you getting your nose pierced - Youch! It looks pretty cool by the way, I'm very impressed. I'm just stunned at how relaxed and happy you look - all that partying muct be doing you good - not sure about your liver though - Ach well!! Who needs liver - erm! Blue mountain looks amazing, the piccies are gorgeous but I bet it's so much more breathtaking in person. Love the Xmas sparklers, your mates looks so cheery, it's so nice you've met some great girlies. Keep having fun honey - like you need me to tell you that!! Love and hugs, Barbs.xxxxx |
| 3rd July 2006 Dawn Edwards | How fabulous are you? Very I'm thinking!!! - From: My hips don't lie Hey cheekie girl, no need to ask "how you doin? (Joey off Friends Stylie) because of course - you are doing darn tooting fine!! Darling Mel its just soo amazing to watch you have a wonderful time as you tootle around, meeting all these great people and seeing all these great sights. Keep it little burdie cos its brilliant to see from boring ol Blighty how the rest of the world is doing through your unblinkered eyes! Lots of love DD XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX |
| 2nd July 2006 Lynn Steele | You've got Blue Mountain, England have the Blues - From: My hips don't lie Hi Mel Love the new pics. Afraid we are all on a downer today after going out of the footie last night. Bloody penalties again. At least I'm old enought to remember the great celebrations of 66. You certainly seem to be having a fantastic time out there. Hope you remember you have got to come back to us in time for the next show! Keep on enjoying yourself. Take care Love Lynn |
| 1st July 2006 Mama Kocak | Looking good - From: My hips don't lie Nice to see you looking good, with your nose stud, with the view of the Blue Mountains at the Background and Christmas celebrations! Good luck with your oncoming departure from Sydney. Take care. Ma xx |
| 1st July 2006 Rhianne | Hi Babe! - From: My hips don't lie Hi Honey! Wow you look like you are having a seriously amazing time. You are looking very gorgeous too - love the nose stud! Travelling definately agrees with you! We are all well, Dylan is getting fatter by the minute and is as cute as ever. Take care Rhianne xxx |
| 1st July 2006 Jenny | HELP - From: My hips don't lie This girl is completely leading Jo and I astray! |
| 30th June 2006 Dan | Merry Pomi Xmas! - From: My hips don't lie Seasons greetings! Bet you can't wait for Pomi New Year??? |
| 29th June 2006 sue | happy xmas - From: My hips don't lie Hope you had turkey & all the trimmings and your friends were impressed by your singing of the show tunes! Still looks great out there, you are visiting all the right places. Very brave to have the nose done, hope it was not too painful. T.V. at the moment dominated by Footie & Tennis so you're not missing too much. Lyn & I are practising our juggling, both stiff from bending down to pick up the balls! Speak soon, love Sue x |
| 29th June 2006 christina | - From: My hips don't lie hi babe still looking good!! Its hot and sunny here today too which is lovely. Keep up the picts. Hoping to get a car soon so plan to visit your mum when it happens!! Will check she hasn't rented your room out to some handsome toyboy : ) Take care xx |
| 29th June 2006 Meral | - From: My hips don't lie wow meltem, i never thought i would see the day you start wearing jewellery! (be it a tiny one on your nose ;) Photos are looking great. Looks like you had a nice pomi xmas (in june!!) and the blue mountains look stunning. take care and looking forward to your next installment x |
| 24th June 2006 Mama Kocak | Whale watch - From: No Whales No cry!! Yes, better try with calmer waters next time... good luck! |
| 21st June 2006 Mandy-Marlowe | I'm soooo jealous!!!! : )) - From: No Whales No cry!! Hey babe!! x finally, my computer let me do this. Everytime I tried before, it died on me for some reason so soz for the late entry! : ( It looks and sounds like you are having a ball honey, I'm so pleased for you!! I just knew you would make loadsa new friends and have fun cos you are just gorgeous and adorable hon, a real people magnet!! Typical of us Sagittarians eh!?! You carry on keeping well and having a great time!!! You deserve every tiny minute of it!! I can't wait to hear more of your news!! Love ya lots xxxx |
| 17th June 2006 Barbs | Aus is looking Good - From: No Whales No cry!! Hiya, It all looks so beautiful out there. It must be amazing when it's hot and sunny. Boo! No Whales, nevermind I'm sure there will be plenty of other opportunities to see cool things. The Angels look and sound like they're having fun. Tell us how your weekend goes, I bet the Opera house will be great. Love and hugs sweetie. Barbs.xx |
| 15th June 2006 Dawn Edwards | WOW!! - From: No Whales No cry!! God Lord the more I see of this jolly ol world thru your eyes - the more tempted I am to ebay my kidney and jump on a plane and toddle off after you, I know, but then I come back down to earth and think what about George, hey ho maybe when he's at Uni in years to come I'll be footloose and fance free, then he can be all embarassed when he recieves my travelblogs on his laptop, now that would really be something. It all looks totally amazing Mel and look at you with all your new freinds "missus I'm a shy retiring type!" - personally I think you are a people magnet! Keep up the fun and thrills burdie and look after yourself too ok? Lots of love Dd XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX |
| 14th June 2006 Miles Newton | Hey ya!! - From: No Whales No cry!! Hey ya Mel!! * * * You are a star * * * I am so happy to see that you are doing so much, you go girl. You have achieved so much in the past month with your travels which is fantastic, keep it up!! so any idea's as to how long you will stay in OZ and where is your next stop after OZ?? Are you still in contact with Joe?? Urja had a baby girl on the 13th June, she is adorable - she was 11 days overdue which is quite long, they haven't named her yet and hopefully we will see her in the next 2-3 weeks, they are all well and very happy with their new arrival. Other than that, VJV is still the same and Jorge as you probably know is going back to Sopain @ the end of June for good. I am off to Rome for 4 days @ the end of July with a Canadian friend of mine and then I am off to New York & Washington DC for 10 nights. Best of luck with everything and take care Email me soon with another up-date!! Miles |
| 11th June 2006 sue ops | - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S Hi Mel. so good to see all your news, apologies if you receive this message more than once, can't seem to get the hang of this technology. You are certainly having a great time and meeting lots of new people, what a wonderful experience. Having mini heatwave here at the moment. Been round the boot fair this morning looking for juggling balls for "Barnum" Looking forward to the tightrope training!! Lots of love, Sue S |
| 11th June 2006 Sue Southworth | - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S hi Mel. just had time to have a proper look at your journal, you lucky girl, what a fabulous opportunity. You seem to have made some great friends. Spent the morning at the boot fair looking for "juggling balls" for "Barnum". Looks like it will have to be the rolled up socks! Look forward to your next entries, love Sue S. |
| 11th June 2006 Lynn Steele | Go for it Girl - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S Dear Mel You sound so strong and positive it is great. Really pleased you have met some nice people and you are seeing all the tourist bits as well as working. Merry Christmas to you. Lynn |
| 11th June 2006 zoe | - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S It looks like you having fab time, well done hun..looking forward to pic's of whales...oh yeah happy auss xmas...take care |
| 9th June 2006 christina | - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S hi mel & happy birthday meral! Looks great. I knew this would be good for you - a changed woman and still changing. Will keep my eyes open for some handson single men to give your number to!!! Not very likely as I spend all my time with mummys & babies. Stay safe xx |
| 9th June 2006 Barbs | Seasons Greetings - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S Hiya hon. It's great to see you're meeting some great people and having loads of fun. Lucky you - having 2 Christmas's this year!! Have fun whale watching - hope you see loads. Love Barbs.xxx |
| 9th June 2006 Mama & Meral | well done - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S Meltem, all lookıng great and thank you for the bırthday wıshes. Lots of love xx |
| 8th June 2006 Becky | - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S Really pleased that you are meeting loads of friends on the way so your not lonely - looks like you are having such a fab time - me and Glyn are so jealous!!!! Sounds like you are doing absolutely everything you can whilst you are travelling - really proud of you and you will have some amazing memories to come home with. Keep your journal's coming x |
| 8th June 2006 Banu | Your amazing! - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S Exceptionally proud of you, outragously jealous, but can't wait for the piccies of the whales! Lots of love XXX ps take care with all those sexy men! One at a time mel! Ha Ha Ha |
| 8th June 2006 Nikki | - From: It's bananas..B>A>N>A>N>A>S Heya darl down under looks FABULOUS........sounds like you're havin an absolute whale of a time!!!once again i cant tell u just how unbelievably proud of u i am!!!!!U GO U CHARLIES ANGEL U!!!!!and whale & dolphin watching?????!!!!!HOW KER-AAAAAAZY JEALOUS AM I!!!!!love u sweetie, take care!!!!!! N xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx |
| 7th June 2006 christina | looking good - From: G'day Everyone.. Hia mel. Good luck with the job. xx |
| 7th June 2006 christina | wow!!! - From: Coconut Mel... Hia these are great. Feeling very jealous its gorgeous and I was feeling good about the heatwave about to hit us here this week!!!! Knew you'd make loads of friends... and this is just the beginning!!! |
| 6th June 2006 SI | Australia at last! - From: G'day Everyone.. I feel exhausted now, been a bit lazy and only just read the FIJI blog. It did take allot of catching up! It looks fantastic and if you keep making friends the way you have I should imagine your itinerary will change to accomondate visits! The Tasmanian Devil looks well cool! Any how have a 'barbie' for me... x xSi x x |
| 6th June 2006 Cherine | great! - From: G'day Everyone.. Hi Mel i'm glad your having fun, and enjoying yourself. It sounds quite exciting not knowing what your going to do, or what will happen each day. don't worry about you know who! this is your time now to find yourself and grow as a person. make decisions when you get back. (oh my god! that sounds so grown up ha ha ) well take care will check again later |
| 1st June 2006 Meral | great pics - From: G'day Everyone.. Meltem, great picture from the plane window! Lovely birdseye view of the main landmarks that you have already visited- go girl! :) |
| 1st June 2006 Lynn | Australia - From: G'day Everyone.. Mel you are moving so fast, it will be nice to spend a bit of time in one place! Hope you like your new job, guess you can get fish and chips just about anywhere these days. Take care and watch what you are up to with those 7 geezers. |
| 1st June 2006 Jorge | Sexy - From: G'day Everyone.. oh my god, Meltem!!!!! you look fantastic and i am very proud of you. Everything looks amazing and I am extremely jealous. I am moving back to Spain for good at the end of June, so if you get time and energy when you finish your adventure...come and visit me to tell me all about it....as you know I will probably do it sometime. Love you and miss you loads....take care babe - and be careful with men this time around i am not there to control them coming onto you and you know I don't like it when you dress so sexy......jejejeje :-p |
| 1st June 2006 Dawn Edwards | You go Mel!!! - From: G'day Everyone.. Hells teeth burdie you are really doing it - moving acros this ol globe at the speed of light! How fabulous, and soo wonderful to seee it all through your eyes, thank you for including me in this its brilliant. You take care and get yourself some ear plugs - snoring is a killer on the sleep cycle for those of us that have to listen to it - am totally sympathetic on that score.Keep us all posted and keep having a wonderful time burdie.Much love DD XXXXXXXX |
| 31st May 2006 nika | jus to say... - From: G'day Everyone.. u look great babe...the ol mellie sparkle has come back...im so glad ur finding urself and enjoying it! :-) love ya lots! xxx |
| 31st May 2006 zoe | G'Day - From: G'day Everyone.. Glad to hear you got to Oz alright, Good luck with new job, Weather here is still not Summer..Crap in fact. Well done again hun......carrying on enjoying life...good luck |
| 31st May 2006 Dan | Mr Kangaroo - From: G'day Everyone.. I'm sure that's actually Mrs Kangaroo, but never mind! You seem to have done 3 continents in about 5 days! Looks fantastic and it looks like you're having a great time. Keep the photo's and journals coming. Happy travelling! Dan X |
| 31st May 2006 dommie | down under eh? - From: G'day Everyone.. wow babe looks fantastic! im so envious... u never know tho i may be able to join u sometime. lets jus hope n pray! take care hon xxx |
| 31st May 2006 tony | g'day mate - From: Coconut Mel... looks like your having fun, shame about the diving just means you'll have to wait for me to catch you up in oz. keep me posted on your progress and time frame. went surfing in cornwall last wkend can't wait to get back to warm water. |
| 30th May 2006 Meral | well done - From: Coconut Mel... thanks for the photos. Looks like Fiji was a great start to your true backpacking trip. Hope you are settling into Sydney well and enjoying Oz. Keep us up to date with how you are doing. Take care x |
| 30th May 2006 Turkishdelight | Thanks Jack... - From: The Big Apple! It has been amended. Next time can you put something nice up. he he xx |
| 30th May 2006 Jack | Gentle Correction - From: The Big Apple! On the first page of this entry you incorrectly label the Chrysler Building as the Empire State Building. Thought you should know. |
| 29th May 2006 zoe | well done hun - From: Coconut Mel... You look like you having a wonderful time, and the weather looks great, hope you got rid of cold....Its typical Bank Hoilday weather here,RAIN... Hope you carrying having fun...Good luck for OZ.... |
| 29th May 2006 Barbs | Travel Bug - From: Coconut Mel... Hiya honey. You look like you're having a great time and obviously taking to the travelling bug very well. Looks like you've met loads of fab people - what did we tell you. Travelling's the best! Hope it all continues to be so great. Shame you didn't get to do your padi course in Figi but it looks like you made up for it by doing other things. Great to have that flexibility. Love and hugs, Barbsxxx |
| 29th May 2006 Dawn Edwards | Am soo jealous - turning a nasty shade of green! - From: Coconut Mel... Lovely Mel, hells bells looks llike you are having the jolly ol time of your life? How fabulous are these photos of you and the "famous five"? Totally wonderful to see soo much of this mad ol world thru your camera lense. Thinking of you twenty four seven, stay safe little burdie and pray that you carry on enjoying your trip.Take cae in the land of Aus. Luv ya muchly. DD XXXXX |
| 28th May 2006 Lynn Steele | Fine On Your Own - From: Coconut Mel... Dear Mel So glad you have enjoyed your time in Fiji. See you can do anything on your own! The weather looks fabulous. Its back to winter here, wind & rain. Had the central heating on nearly every night and its nearly June. Going to rehearsal at Canterbury next week (haven't managed to get there yet). Don't suppose Diana will be very impressed. Also start rehearsal at Herne Bay - doing Barnham. We have to go to circus school next Sunday, that should be a laugh. Please continue to enjoy yourself, love to look at the picture. Take care Lynn |
| 28th May 2006 Mama | Well done - From: Coconut Mel... You are looking good and and the places you've been to looks like heaven, you've deserved it, am very proud of you. Good luck in Oz xx |
| 22nd May 2006 SI | - From: Mixing with the stars Im keeping up with you so far, which is not to bad considering I don't check the mail that often! It looks fantastic keep maxing it!! Iv been looking at the tourist guide for Fiji so will be checking to see how accurate your travel reports are! Ps has your back pack gained any more weight yet?? x x x x |
| 22nd May 2006 Becky | - From: Mixing with the stars Hope you're having a fantastic time - pictures look amazing. V jealous sitting here on a dreary Monday morning! Look after yourselve x |
| 21st May 2006 Dawn | Have fun little Mel - From: The Big Apple! Fabulous photos, make me really green with envy, looking forward to the next installment, keep them coming! |
| 19th May 2006 Lynn | Been There - From: Mixing with the stars Dear Mel You are in my favourite part of America. I have a picture of me sitting on the Forest Gump bench! Shame you have not got longer there, you might have been talent spotted. Your role as a maid in that sexy green and white uniform should get you a star part in a Hollywood film! Take care. Love Lynn |
| 19th May 2006 zoe | HI - From: Mixing with the stars LOOKING LIKE YOU HAVING GREAT FUN....TAKE CARE HAVE A NICE REST IN FIGI.....JEALOUS STUCK IN CANTERBURY....TAKE CARE .. |
| 19th May 2006 chris | - From: Mixing with the stars It looks really good and you look happy soaking up the sun!!! Well deserved. |
| 19th May 2006 Meral | great pictures - From: Mixing with the stars really good pictures of LA meltem, thank you. I fell like I've been there myself now! |
| 19th May 2006 Banu | Amazing - From: Mixing with the stars Hey Mel! You are amazing! I'm so jealous... looks like your having a great trip. Can't wait to see the pictures of fiji! Lots of love Banu xx |
| 19th May 2006 Nikki | hey missing u already babe................ - From: Mixing with the stars weird just thinkin about u when got an email about your travel blog........hope u got to the airport ok-u should be on your way flying to fiji in an hours time.......FABULOUS!!!!had such an amazing time seeing you again and catching up, just went waaaaaay too quick-disneyland was def a highlight as well as singin 'sunset blvd' on uhhhh........sunset blvd!!Hope you enjoyed your time in lala land and all the best for the future adventures......you're gonna have the absolute time of your life,just remember what i said about making the very most out of this once in a lifetime experience..........im soooooo unbelievably proud of u and u should be soooo proud of yourself too,be strong and think of everything that happens as an adventure,if you need anything remember im always at the end of the phone or just email. Have fun and enjoy yourself and we'll meet up again real soon!!love u lots N xxxx |
| 16th May 2006 SI | WISH YOU WERE HERE! - From: The Big Apple! If you keep up such detailed reports we can all travel the globe from our arm chairs! Fancy a job on a travel program when you get back?? I see as usual I am one of the last to reply :-) Keep up dating us x x x x x |
| 16th May 2006 Androulla constantinou | heyyyyyyyyyyyyyy - From: The Big Apple! hey melanie mermaid, firslty - 18kg!!! on your back! ouch! but i guess you have all that you need!! xx so cool that you made a friend on the plane or at least someone to talk to - how funny that the man sitting next to you choked - at least you now have fond mems of your big TAKE OFF. NY sounds wicked, only got to see so little when i went a few years back! you go girl xx trek those streets and chat to some cuties x speak soon |
| 16th May 2006 Turkishdelight | Thank you.. - From: The Big Apple! everyone for your lovely comments. I did get to do lots and as a result of it I have now got a cold but I shall not let that ruin LA for me. |
| 15th May 2006 Lynn (The Cook) | First Step - From: The Big Apple! Hi Mel Glad you arrived OK, have you been to see a show on Broadway? You have taken your first step now into the big wide world, make sure you enjoy every minute. Take care Love Lynn |
| 15th May 2006 Barbs | Wow - From: The Big Apple! My God! I can't believe how much you've done already. Looks like you well and truly "did" NY, well done you!! So, next the starry lights of LA - hey, make sure you sing everywhere you go - you never know who might be listening. Love and Hugs honey, we're with you all the way. Barbs.XX |
| 15th May 2006 Liz | Smashing pics! - From: The Big Apple! Hi Melly, Your pics are really great! I'm liking this guided tour, am getting itchy feet already. Looking forward to the next instalment, happy travelling til LAX. Good to see Monkey's enjoying himself too. Lx |
| 15th May 2006 christina | - From: The Big Apple! Pleased your having a good time! Enjoy xx |
| 15th May 2006 christina | - From: Nearly there!! Good luck Mel !!! |
| 15th May 2006 Jorge | Wowwww I am so jealous - From: The Big Apple! Hey babe....you look fantastic!!!!! I wish I could be there with you and you know that i do mean that. Take good care of the monkey and yourself and please please!!! keep updating us, it is all very exciting and we can relax knowing that you are fine. Love you loads xxx (I loved Jordan you should go sometime) Jorge |
| 15th May 2006 Alessio | - From: The Big Apple! glad to hear your enjoying yourself, looks great! make sure you take a visit to Harlem |
| 15th May 2006 Helen | I wanna be a part of it... - From: The Big Apple! Hey Mel It was great to see you having fun in the Big Apple - looks amazing...your photos are fab! Makes me wanna go. Can't believe you seem to have done so much already! Didn't i just speak to you the other day?? Anyway, keep the adventures rolling...i'll email you with my gossip soon. lots of love, Helen xx |
| 15th May 2006 Mama | nice to see you - From: The Big Apple! thank you for taking us around in NY |
| 14th May 2006 Estelle | - From: Nearly there!! Wish I was going with you, Iv always wanted to go to New york!!! Better than going back n forward to Calais each day!! ( Im back wit P&O). From your best P&O buddy Estelle |
| 14th May 2006 Banu | Have a Ball! - From: Nearly there!! Can't wait to hear your next travelblog. Have a great time honey! |
| 13th May 2006 Barbs | Happy Travelling - From: Nearly there!! Hi honey. Hope the flight was good and you met your mate in NY without any problems. Enjoy the Big Apple, it's so cool - I'm very jealous of you. Make sure you try New York bagels while you're there - very YUM! |
| 11th May 2006 nika | all the best babe - From: Nearly there!! ...u'll have a fantastic time, n remember - u no i'm always here if u need me xxx |
| 11th May 2006 nika | yay! - From: The girls are back in town!!!!! i like it babe :) ...check my cancun pics on my user xxx |
| 11th May 2006 nika | yay! - From: The girls are back in town!!!!! love it babe...check out my cancun pics on my user too :) xxx |
| 10th May 2006 Dan | Bon voyage! - From: Nearly there!! Happy travelling Mel, don't be scared you're gonna love it! Dan |
| 10th May 2006 Liz | Bon voyage! - From: Nearly there!! Good to hear it Mel :) Enjoy the whole experience, even the sitting next to people you would have chosen. Remember to wiggle your feet and walk around a bit if you can for your longhaul - get an aisle seat. And well done girlie on your packing! 15kg is amazing. We'll all miss you too. See ya soon x |
| 9th May 2006 Liz | Today Gillingham, tomorrow the world! - From: Happy Travelling Hiya Melly, Great to see the pic of your survival pack :) but there are a few things missing, hee hee...just make sure you take everything with you even if not in pic. Have a great time hun, take lots of pics and post them here so we can share your travels and fingers crossed see you in Oz. Lxxx |
| 9th May 2006 Meral | so cuteeeeeeeeeeeee - From: How cute are these boys!!! both lovely babies and already looking so handsome :) Congratulations to both Christine and Rhianne |
| 8th May 2006 Rainxx | Happy Travelling - From: Happy Travelling Dear Mel Had a lovely time with you on Saturday, can't believe that you are going at all let alone this Wednesday. Have an absolutely fab time. Remember 'Dance as if no one were watching, sing as if no one were listening, and live every day as if it were your last' Don't worry about any of us we will still be here when you get back! Lots and lots of Love Rainxx |
| 30th April 2006 Daydreamers | Jorge-missing you already - From: Happy Travelling I texted you last week, but you never replied. As soon as I left work I sent you a text but I don't know if you ever got it. Hey as you know I have opened my new blog, it is nothing exciting yet, but I will be putting all my photos on when I return from Jordan. Check it out sometime: www.travelblog.org/Bloggers/Daydreamers/ I miss you already, this certainly isn't the same without you...... Love you loads and hurry meeting everyone.....it is almost time to go, the clock is ticking for you and the world is weaiting for you..... XXX Jorge Flores |
| 29th April 2006 Mama | I will miss you!!! - From: Happy Travelling I promise to check this travel blog frequently. |
| 26th April 2006 Barbs | Travelling Monkey - From: Happy Travelling Hiya, this all looks so exciting. I can't wait to see cheeky monkey in all sorts of exotic places. Has he got his bag packed yet? He'll need lots of room for plenty of bananas in case he gets hungry. Speak to you soon honey. |
| 24th April 2006 Meral | good luck - From: Happy Travelling good to see these picture up in your travel journal for all your friends to see. Barbara and Adam's photo will esp bring a smile to everyones face, just as we did when we saw it :) |
| 21st April 2006 Alessio | - From: The girls are back in town!!!!! ....yes you are!! |
| 19th April 2006 Alessio | nice blog - From: My Big Adventure this looks really good, make sure you keep me updated. |
| 13th April 2006 Meral | nice ticket - From: My Big Adventure wow, a life times experience! u'll have to keep us informed of all the lovely places you go!! |
