Today's the day!

Have been very lucky with our dinner invitations, and once again enjoyed a succulent lamb roast last night. This time compliments of Shane and Kelly. Shane and I knocked off a container of Margaritas, while Kelly and Colin stuck to the wine. We were all extremely brave as we said goodbye.

Have been doing 'last minute' jobs all week, and there still seems to be more to do. Guess in another few hours we'll have done everything that's going to be done and can just sit back and enjoy the ride.

Leaving Tauranga airport at 4.20pm, then fly out of Auckland 7.15 tonight on Air New Zealand. Will be good to finally be on our way...I'm hoping Colin's fear of flying has diminished since the last trip.

Got an email from Nancy...they're all excited about our impending visit, and her and Dave will be waiting at the San Francisco airport ready to take us to a seafood feast. They really know how to eat these two, so I'm wearing elastic waist clothes in anticipation.