Where do I start??

At the start of course!

Well somewhere in the middle really.

So I've been in the country for almost 8 years since moving back to help my Mum and Dad. A surprise shortly after our wedding. Dad has passed and Mum has been diagnosed with Parkinson's.

My husband and I have welcomed our children into the world.

We've lived in some different houses.

I've had two different jobs both related to education. Building confidence, skills and qualifications along the way.

The thought of a long Christmas break became a catalyst to change. A moment to embrace the possibilities of time with family and friends we've not seen for five years.

Talking it through has helped develop the plans which are still quite tentative. 

We're moving closer to the start of the adventure. Each stage has moments of fun, feelings and fear.

I feel ready for the next step travelling as a family of four. I wasn't expecting it just now but we want to see our family and friends, it's been too long! So due to the flight cost we're going to make the most of the trip. Almost three months booked for a summer of fun.

So we are packing up our house to maximise the money opportunities and time spent with my Mum before we go away. It's harder with 2 small children and not much time to have a clear head to think. Not impossible. I am learning more about myself. My systematic thoughts are chaos at times of overwhelm.

It's got me thinking of what to do or who to see before we go again!