Jen & Mick were arriving 6th September in the arvo. I'd so badly wanted to be in good shape for this. And I needed to keep the good shape up for the following long weekend away to Straddie from the 14th with Brie and Nomes for Brie's 40th.

It was such a relief that the neck released in Bangalow. I stood a chance of enjoying myself!

Whilst I was still in a lot of pain, and sleeping very little, it is funny how pain can be manageable when it goes from extreme to less extreme! By now I'm match fit to it and pushing through.

The photos will show the highlights reel of the two catchups. More good food. Lots of laughs. Whales. Living.

A reminder of the beauty of family and friends and the good stuff.