Kite Flying in Ireland

Ian is having tons of fun on vacation. Kite flying has been the order of the day so far, given the terrific (and warm) atlantic breezes we've been enjoying. We also got to teach Ian all about sea fishing as we're staying in a harbour where the fishermen unload and keep their nets, which Ian has enjoyed playing among!

England, Ireland .... on vacation!

We've been to England last week and had a great time catching up with family and friends. Ian got to hang out with Kizzie, Tilly and Jessica (all pictured) as well as dress up as 'Fireman Sam' as he visited the West Yorks Fire Brigade open day. Ian's uniform was made especially for him in Thailand - doesn't he look the part?!

In Ireland we've headed west to the beautiful town of Westport and spent a lovely day touring on Friday, with a visit to Kylemore Abbey with Barbara's family (pictured) as well as spending the day in the gorgeous victorian gardens at the Abbey discovering new plants and mushrooms, which Ian found fascinating.

Bye-Bye Thailand!

Yes after 3 glorious years we've finally said goodbye to Thailand - well for now at least. Our final weekend was full of fun and many social events. The biggest possible send-off came on Friday night as Steve's team gathered at a terrific beach resort and said farewell like never before! We all dressed in traditional Thai costumes as you can see from our photo's. You'll also see Steve with his assistant, Pae who has always been such a great friend to Ian whenever we have travelled on business events. It was a sensational evening and one we'll never forget.

We are now in the UK en-route to Ireland for a vacation then homeward bound to Boise later this month so there will be plenty more posts of Ian as he winds his way back across the globe home.