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Dawn Service
Hi Chloe, how wonderful it must have been to be able to celebrate ANZAC Day with fellow aussies, in true Aussie style. It is indeed lucky that you had read your guide book... and good that the guys conceded you were right and gave directions to where you wanted to go.... they could have just left you were you where without directions. I wish I had been there to witness you in full flight telling them they were liars!!! We all went to the Dawn Service in Corrigin. It was lovely .... short but dignified and then at the end there was a lovely touch.... school kids served Anzac biscuits to everyone. I am glad you met up with past 'friends', it must be nice to see a familiar face. I think these things are meant to be. Am glad you are spending a few extra days in Hanoi.... it's lovely that you can do so, that you are not so 'organised' that you can make such spontaneous decisions. Why are you thinking of going to China instead of Laos at this point? Wherever you go, enjoy and be safe! All my love, Mum.

Hi Chloe, it is lovely to have contact again with you. What a shame it was a bit disappointing in K..... never mind, most of your adventures have been wonderful experiences. I guess one or two not so good help you appreciate the others. The photos are excellent. I love the one with the child and father under the umbrella.... so poetic. Love you my darling! Mum

check out the power lines
Hi Chloe, we are a little spoilt for dolphin spotting in Oz. I was amazed at the power lines over the top of the markets. It looks organised chaos. Hope you are having a great trip and you are in our prayers. Hugs from Es

got your postcard!!!!
Hi Chloe, glad that things are continuing to go well for you. You seem to be meeting up with some nice people to travel with , which must be nicer than going it completely alone! Tony and I have just returned today from 5 nights at Lucieville. It was really nice being in our chalet with the rain coming down, sitting by the fire reading etc. ...so relaxing. back to work on Monday for a long 11 week term!! I always enjoy reading your comments. Thanks for the postcard. Love, Marian

All over the place!
Hi Chloe,it was wonderful to get your recent blogs. You have been all over Cambodia it seems to your very interested readers! I so love hearing what you are doing. Siem Reap sounds delightful. One day, I would like to visit it. I hope you are keeping notes on names of good guest houses etc. The photography course sounds great (apart from the initial theory) and I look forward to seeing your next lot of photos! Dad bought himself a 'karmic' birthday present yesterday.... it came out of the blue just after a wheat cheque had been deposited in the bamk account. Have you guessed what it is??? Yes, a tractor!!!! Yes, another one! He has started dry seeding, so I hope the rain follows soon. I am off to Mandurah for the day (by train) to spend time with Sue Mc Gurk. Looking forward to it. Who are Steffen, Emma, Diana and Mike by the way? Love you heaps my koala lou!! Mum

Chloe I'm pleased you are now a camera buff so you can teach me when you get hoMe. Sounds like you should avoid bus trips at all costs. 6 hrs is too long to be on a bus!!! Did I read that you have sold your car to go to Africa ? I'm not sure about Africa Chloe we will have to sit down and have a serious chat ok. In the meantime keep writing and enjoying yourself love. Carol

Missed You at EASTER!!!
Hi Chloe, just a quick message to say you were missed at the Farm at Easter....we did have a toast to absent familyfriends and we probably ate your share of Easter eggs too!!!! Mia and Brenda related to the rest of us the conversations they had with you on the phone...so good you could call. Hope you had an OK Easter. Look forward to more news from you soon. Bye for now, Marian

photos emailed
Hi sissy bum. I missed you today. All the boys are doing boythings and there's no one to play with me. I gave Veg and Trailer their easter presents today, a new soft toy dog each. i have taken some photos and will attempt to email these to you now. love you stay safe, mia. P.S. call lisa at your nearest convienance, you want to hear what sh'e going to tell you xxx

vegemite
Hi Sissy. We are at the farm as you know and little Vegemite is thoroughly enjoying himself. Dad made him run all the way across Dickson's paddock to the rock, but that hasn't stopped him from hanging out at the shed all afternoon. While we were in the shed he came up to me for a big cuddle, so I think he is missing you. He's been behaving while I'm around but apparently last night he spent some quality time with a number of tyres.... I forgot to tell you in my email that I had a dream the other night, so I thought I'd reciprocate; I dreamed I was in a remote part of the world, travelling as you are from place to place. I booked a ticket on a plane and then wasted a few hours until it was time to check in. But then when I got to the airport I was too late and had missed my flight. This dream made me think of you and how I hope your travel plans are going smoothly. Speak to you more soon, I love you xxx

Ha ha I told you!
So the old sandals didnt make the cut hey? Who would have thought you would need better, more sturdy shoes for such trekking activity???? lol well at least they survived and you didnt have a blow out half way up the mountain! lol. It good friday today and im jealous of the gang up at the farm, if I didnt have to work the next two days I think I would have invited myself up there! Anyway loving hearing of your adventures and I am comforted by how easy it seems to make travelling buddies, I was starting to freak out that I would have no friends. keep havin fun xx lisa

Happy Easter
Hi Chloe. Wishing you a Happy Easter for this coming Sunday (4th). Have loved reading your blogs -- and hearing of your adventures. Various people in the parish down here have enquired as to how you are going, including Peter Hazebroek last Sunday. You rated a very positive comment from Fr Leon a couple of week's ago! Stay safe and happy .. enjoy your tripping around. LOL, Joan and Tom

perth goings on
hey chloe, how are you? it does sound like your having a great time. im getting quite excited about heading to stronsay for the easter long weekend. seems like all the usuals will be in attendance, though i havent really heard anything about uncle pat and his mob... we are not sure whether paul will be able to come, he isnt sure what time he will be getting off, typical army, i suppose we are all used to it by now. jarrad, mia myself and others are going out for dinner tonight to stringybark steakhouse/tavern tonight. love those steaks. blues and roots was awesome. the new venue had its pros and cons. entry and exit was very quick and easy, but there were lots of people there, very crowded. and not having the big old pine trees towering over you like on the foreshore means the event lost some of its atmosphere. the crowd was a lot more diverse this year, from young children to ancient oldies. this was due to the broad range of acts at the event, not really stretching the boundaries of the genre 'blues and roots' so much as completely stepping outside them. i saw: andrew winton newton faulkner dan sultan matisyahu john butler crowded house lisa mitchell angus and julia stone edward sharpe and the magnetis zeroes david hole crowded house were a disapointment, they only played 4 of their older well known songs and played a lot of their new album, which hasnt even been played on radio yet, so no one knew it and many people just stood around talking waiting for a song they knew to be played. john butler was amazing, the new bassist and drummer were excelent, as good as the old ones, easily. they played half old stuff and half new stuff, which has been getting strong airplay on radio stations so most people were able to sing along to that also. overall a great festival next on the schedule is groovin the moo in bunbury in may