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I am one lucky girl.
Before she headed off on the long flight home, I got to go out with this lovely to one of the best, most fan-girly places in the world! WARNER BROS. HARRY POTTER WORLD According to a highly expensive brochure I didn't end up buying, most of the filming was done in the studios and we got to walk past, through and around particular HP scenes, including the brand new Forbidden Forest exhibition where they display some of the fake trees they actually used in filming- they are enormous We had ourselves a grand, geeky old time with selfies, butterbeer in two chilly forms and brilliant company. Have a safe flight girl! I am going to miss you more than you know- Melbourne is lucky to have you back! Much love xxxx
To all my new friends, near and far, Made it to Sorrento and finally, finally found these two trouble makers! By the time I got to them Dad had gout happening, Mum had a severe chest infection (and no medication) and I earned myself my first set of bed-bugs from a Sorrento hostel I probably won't be revisiting. Before boating off to the family island of Panaraea (slideshow), I managed to sweet talk a pharmacist into selling me the necessary antibiotics and we stumbled onto a ferry towards paradise. Panaraea is half party island (complete with regular celebrity showings including the Kardashians and Will Smith and Co.) half old school locals who have lived there since before the beginning of time. Of course, some of these oldies have made a pretty penny and constructed huge McMansions. Their families trip back to the island every few months to lounge about in the sun and enjoy their parents and grandparents hard toils. We were lucky enough to be invited to dinner by the islands head matriarch and her family, one of whom had originally traveled to Australia with Grandad (Dad's father). It was a lovely dinner and surprisingly easy conversation considering half was pigeon-English and the other half was Italian- which I do not speak at all- much to many a locals' horror. We stayed with the most beautiful family who fed us just about every night and put up with our horrible attempts at their language. Oh, and their kids were gorgeous which helped! After a few beautiful days lounging about in the sun (and shade) it was time to head home and I had to leave the parentals at the airport to flap away to Singapore on yet another adventure. As for me, Summer is winding down. A few more days until we are back at school and a few more days to get back to the hustle and bustle of London. It was a busy trip but so much worth it! Maybe more sunshine next year :) #becausewhynot I am often accused of being a Tourist with a capital T. It is truth and I am unashamed. Visiting the city never grows old, particularly on a beautiful sunny day!
It is only the 2nd time in my life I have spent my birthday month in the sun and though the rays aren't super strong, I am loving it! Thank you all who helped me celebrate. Much love. #touristlife #london #cityscapes #itsmybirthday #picturetime #becausewhynot Stumbled upon this little show of support for #pride while we were out investigating a new cocktail spot (Happy Sunday!)
So glad I am living in this city, able to see all its different sides and the love that comes with it. Next stop: recognition of marriage equality in Aus. #allgood #feelthelove #goodvibes #streetparty #marchpast
On a happier note, the sun has started to shine, though it is still a bit chilly. I have been doing my part for the economy and blowing off steam with girls night out and cocktails. There have been healthy, regular walks and Amanda and I met her future husband/puppy in a local cafe.
Mum and Dad are counting down to their holiday and, a few weeks after they start that, I get to meet up with them in Italy. I am just a little bit excited for that! I haven't been home or seen them since my visit in September. Homesick doesn't even start to describe it but I'm keeping busy and staying positive.
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AuthorMy home is Australia, with my family and their many, many animals. I have travelled all around the world with my family and by myself where I have made too many friends to count. |