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So going home started off with Awkward hassel with panic over my expiring passport, which turned out to absolutely fine which was annoying considering I paid for flights down to Wellington to sort it out.

The flight started off well, with a surprise cake from our travel agent then turned to chaos as we were unexpectedly called upon to give medical assistance to a sick passenger, IV access obtained, drugs given, 2 diverts cancelled and a confiscated bottle of champagne made up the rest of our journey home, needless to say we were happy when we arrived back....and to sunshine in Manchester!!!

The trip home was spent dotting between Manchester, Liverpool and Chester seeing some of my most favourite people.
A quick summary:

The first few days that I was home I spent with Mum and Dad, going for some nice meals and having some great days out in and around the Chester area, including spending a RIDICULOUS amount of money. I also managed to squeeze in a visit to see my grandma who is unfortunately very poorly in hospital :( hopefully on the mend now though.

The first weekend I was in Manchester with Tom, Lauren and Helen being spoilt by all things British, including the food and wine festival at Tatton, high tea at the lowry and walks around some of the amazing parks and the pride and predudice national park house.

The next week I was between Liverpool and Chester seeing Helen, Esther and Lucy as well as a few days with Mum and Si (bro) and Pip. Friday night I went back over to Liverpool for a Whiston reunion. Was amazing to see everyone again after so long, nice to know friendships dont change!

The final weekend was spent with Laura and Byron who came up to visit me which was amazing, I showed them a few of the Liverpool sights before heading out to meet up with the hockey girls. Cant say enough how amazing it was to see everyone again. Also, it was great to hear all about Esthers up coming wedding, which unfortunately I cant make it to!

So, all in all a very busy fortnight. Sorry to all those people I couldn't see, there were some definite big gaps and I hope that I can see you all next time I'm back, will try not to make it so brief!