[Kim39]

Just thought i would say once again we have had another successful NW meet. Unfortunately one or two were missing(fact finding trips to NZ the reason) but that didn't stop us from having a good chinwag and a few beers. Nice to see 4 new faces to our little group, Neil and Alison(kiwidollie) and their offspring Sam and Rosie. Nice to put a face to that voice Neil.

Hope we all had a good time and look forward to the next(should be in NZ really) Talking of the next one. As we have had interest from KD17 and a date was mentioned by them, i suggest Sunday 2nd May(bank holiday 3rd). This will give us a chance to say bye to Diny(unfortunately PB won't be available).
Anybody wishing to tag along for the next meet don't hesitate.

Kim

[KD17]

Its good to hear you had such a good time. Does Diny usually post some pics?

We can only make the 4th May I'm afraid as we will be around Norfolk way until that time, we have a very tight schedule. My daughter is 18 and we are having some family celebrations.

But don't wait on us if that date is not convenient.

:cheers

Keith & Debby

[Babette & Andy]

Agree totally Kim, had a lovely afternoon with all of you. Great to check progress & dates; share experiences etc. The weather was kind too, with our kids of varying ages running in and out of the place as they pleased.

Think the pub is getting used to us - wonder what they think of the re-arranged furniture :uhoh wish we had that on camera :laugh Jo B - you really missed a right old laugh today. But then again, maybe you & yours are visiting with Linda & Ali as we 'speak'.

Need to check your calendar though - think Sunday is the 1st of May. That would suit us perfectly, as it's Lianne's birthday & party the following weekend. We'll need to check with Keith & Debby though to see what suits them, as they're not often over from the Isle of Man.

So who's posting today's photo's then??? Should be some great ones.

Hugs to all.

Babette, Andy, Lianne & Amy xxxxxx

[Babette & Andy]

OK Keith & Debby - looks like we were posting at the same time. :nice1

Wednesday 4th of May is fine by me, and possibly for Diny & Marie too. But could be a bit more of a problem for those of us still working. Let's see what responses come back and we can decide on a location that suits all.

Babette

[KD17]

That's fine Babette, thanks.

We would be happy to meet who ever could be around on that date.

We don't come over often (as you said) so it would be nice to meet up if at all possible.

Thanks for your consideration.

:yes :yes
:cheers

Keith & Debby

[StevieD]

I got a few photos of the meet, will post tomorrow when I get chance, gotta go to work tonite :wah

Nice meeting the gang as per usual - lots of itchy feet now and I think today gave us just the right amount of encouragement to proceed with our application and "go for it".

Cheers everyone

Steve, Jan and kids


Oh Kim, I didn't ask to be born!!!! :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh :uhoh

[Kim39]

There you go Stevie hope you are now happy....... :laugh

[Kim39]

Ok Babette i did my dates mixed up. :oops: If you want then the 1st is fine by me, but i am afraid you will have to count me out for a midweek meet though at this moment.

Kim

Look Steve there it is again..... :laugh :laugh :laugh

[Diny]

Brilliant day (yet again). Great to catch up.

Yeah - I have pics but have been unable to get near the pc since getting home 'cos Mark has been playing some war game on-line with his mate in Auckland. Anyway - once he goes to sleep I'm going to hide his annorak so tomorrow he won't be able to play !!!!!!!!

Will get the pics posted in the morning.

I'm not too sure about May 1st as I'm helping out my sister that day with a catering job but will keep you posted.

Pics to follow.

Diny

[Diny]

........and here we are .............
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/Diny12/2AprilNWmet001.jpg


Here's Marie .... looking fab ... well done with that diet girl :clap


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/Diny12/2AprilNWmet006.jpg


Back row: Marie, Alison (Kiwidollie), Babette, Elaine, Diny
Front: Susie, Lianne, Jan.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/Diny12/2AprilNWmet010.jpg


It was great to meet Alison (Kiwidollie)and her hubby Neil and 2 lovely kids Sam & Rosy.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/Diny12/2AprilNWmet007.jpg



Andy & Neil


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/Diny12/2AprilNWmet003.jpg


Me and my buddy Babette.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/Diny12/2AprilNWmet002.jpg


Newcomer Rosy looks on as Hayley & Nicola demonstrate their shy & reserved demeanours.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v521/Diny12/2AprilNWmet014.jpg


The boys are back in town ..... and Kim's brought that tongue with him.

Back: Andy, Stevie D, Dave, PB, Neil (Mr Kiwidollie).
Front: Kim with his 'secret weapon' and Sam. (Hey look Nicola ....... there;s Sam ;) ).


It was great to see you all again folks. Well done to the guys for doing the childminding (well - sitting and drinking at an outside table while all the kids played in the playground), which allowed us girls to have a really good childfree time. Maybe next time we'll return the favour .... but I wouldn't count on it if I were you :laugh

Diny

[shagen]

:clap looks like you guys had a fab time :clap

[NW2NZ]

Really sorry I missed it! :wah :wah :wah

[Soon2baKiwi]

You're all very lucky to be able to meet up like that. It must be wonderful to talk to people who actually care about your plans :roll: Y'know what I mean - they don't get that glazed look when you say "a Place in the Sun is in Auckland tonight" and you know you really should keep it to yourself but it's all you can think about so you slip up. :oops: :laugh

[lindajax]

Hi NW pals!
Jealous as me!!!!!!


Nice to see you all had a fab time.... miss my little pals lots
Love
Linda
XX

[Kim39]

Nice to see you kept that camera working Diny,whilst us guys did the childminding.
Once again you have provided a good insight to our meets. Well done... :clap

Kim

[kiwidebs]

Sounds like you guys had another fabulous meet :clap . Wish we lived closer - I'd love to meet you lot. Maybe in NZ?

Anyone up for a meet up near London? :cheers

Debs

[Timbo]

We would be up for it Debs. So far it has been just that bit too far out.
Where did you have in mind? On the river maybe?

[Bubbles]

Deb's,
We'd be up for a get together too. A day in London, that should please the wife :P

John

[kiwidollie]

We all had a great time on Saturday. It was lovely to meet everyone - thanks for making us feel so welcome and at ease x.

The kids really had a good time and are looking forward to the next one.

Excellent photos Diny - although that close up of me shows a few too many chins hee hee!

:mrgreen:

[jo b]

Hey guys

glad you all had a great time..................how dare you have a laugh without me though!!! :laugh

We'll be there on the 3rd if we can make it. I don't think we have anything on at the moment but I don't really know what day it is.

Take care all

Jo

[Jon]

Sorry I couldn't make it - I was in work until after 3pm.
A council worker in on a Saturday - What's that all about!!!!
Hopefully I'll make the next, sorry I missed those who are leaving and hopefully a NZ meet will be on the cards shortly?

Cheers
Jon

[Suzy Rimbo]

Yey Great day again,

These meets really do provide a lot of support for us all, especially for me at the moment.

Nice pictures Diny, who were all those men? are they the one's that brought those children along? :laugh

Lookin forward to the next meet,

Suzy

[Aug & Feb]

Wow...well done Diny...nice pictures...all the ladies look very very very good and the guys are o.k....May all of you find your sunny place in NZ !!!
:clap :nice1 :cheers