Two days out from departure and I have two sick kids at home and a husband who has just gotten over 'man flu'. I am dousing myself with vitamin C and anything else that may protect me from the floating lurgies but only time will tell and quite frankly - right now - ain't no body got time for that! There is a plane to catch.
I'm departing 8am Friday morning to allow myself 11 hours to get to Perth International airport. Yes the flight is only 1 hour, but regular flight delays out of Gero, means I need to start at this time in case I end up having to jump in a car and do the 4.5 hour drive to make the plane.
So - Vietnam - have never been and in all my years as a travel agent, have only sent a handful of people there. I have stayed out of all of the planning this time around, which is quite a feat for me, and look forward to enjoying whatever these ladies have put together for me! I'm told to expect great food, shopping, a bit more food, beautiful people, more food and great scenery - so i'm expecting an awesome holiday! I have yet to actually 'eat' any Vietnamese food though so fingers crossed I do actually like it.
I have managed to pack a little more lightly in the toiletries department than MLD, and also in the photography department than SB - and i'm working hard on my biggest downfall - electronic devices and chargers. I am attempting to travel only with phone, iPad and camera this time to lighten the load - fingers crossed. I have enough mosquito repellent, arm bands, stick on patches and bag hangers with me that in the event i do end up with Dengue Fever, bravo to the mozzie - he surely deserves a win for his efforts.
I have both sets of our wonderful parents about to take on the mothering duties while i am away and i am forever grateful - they are all incredible people and allow me to sneak off with these girls when i can! Finally goodbye to my beautiful boys - Nigel,, Koji and Tommy will miss you like mad - see you in a few weeks time xx
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