Final day in NZ
Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 01:57AM As the final day comes to a close in New Zealand, I have to say it's been a trip that I will never forget. It started out a little rocky with my dad but it's turned out to be perfect.
The final day was spent on Waiheke Island which is beautiful and if you ever go to visit NZ you HAVE to go and see it. The views are breathtaking and stunning and the people are such as amazing!
The final night in Auckland, I did a reading for a couple, Alan and Lynne and I practically looked right at him and said 'I need to speak to Alan' and this lovely Liverpool couple stood and I read for them. When I met them after the show, they gave me their card and we actually visited them today on the Island and they have the Beach Cafe... which is stunning.
Great food overlooking the most perfect setting ever, you are in paradise, and I can understand why so many people move here. It's gorgeous. Even mom and dad are regretting that they didn't move here 34 years ago.
So we are packed and ready to board our flight back to the US in the afternoon and I have to say I can't wait. I have loved every minute of it, but I am itching to see Charlie, Mike, Jonesy, Caroline, Trish, Henni and the Dogs... I just want to wiggle my nose and be there!
There has been some memorable readings, so funny readings and very serious readings, but what I do know is it's been a journey of a lifetime that I have been able to give my parents and also a time I will never forget.
So as I close my passports are sitting here ready to be taken and next time you hear from me I will be in the comfort of my own home and hopefully my bed!
It's always nice to be away and as they say a change is as good as a rest, but going back home, in the words of Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz, there is no place like home!
With lots of love
Lisa xx
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Hi Lisa...I feel so privelliged to have seen you at both your melbourne shows and cant wait for the next time you plan to come back, I am so glad you and your family have enjoyed your time in Australia and NZ, we are all very lucky to have a lady like you in our world and thankyou so much for being such an inspiration, I know how it must feel to miss your little boy Charlie and i bet he is so excited to be seeing his mum and dad again Take Care Lisa love Tracy xxoo
so glad you enjoyed your time on this side of the world. i look forward to seeing you in the states next year once i'm moved back. your show is really amazing and i can't wait to witness your gift in person. safe travels back to the usa!
Hi Lisa,
It's lovely to hear that you have had a wonderful adventure on your tour, it seems like you have many memories that you'll treasure forever. Look forward to seeing you when you return to Australia.
Safe traveling back home :)
Lara Haidary
l LOVE MY OWN BED as well. l am so glad you enjoyed Oz and NZ because we enjoyed you. You really are unique, humble and a sweetheart.Thankyou once again Miss Williams and l can't wait for your workshop in Oz.Love Racca xoxox
So glad to hear from you...
Hope you're fine and enjoyed your stay in NZ.
Don't forget the memories and smile!
Take care.. hugs and love for today
Everything sounded so amazing and perfect (despite the bumps)! Things all worked out the way they were meant to work out and I am so glad for you and your parents! It really did sound like a journey of a lifetime... and I am determined to make it to NZ one day! I too have always wanted to visit! It looks So beautiful and you have definitely made it sound true! I will have to remember to visit the island and the restaurant.
I hope you have a swift and smooth journey home!! There definitely is no place like home... especially after 5 weeks of traveling! I know you are harder even giving yourself a breather when you get home... but you really Should have a "vacation from your vacation"!!
Take Care and see you soon!
Hugs and Love,
Vy <3
It's so nice to hear you speaking so highly of this part of the world. I love it in Oz... absolutely zero regrets about moving my family here from England for a better life! At least you've managed to relax & enjoy a little before leaving us to go back home. Charlie will certainly be happy to see you both! Go home, rest up. Stop working yourself too hard lady lol. We all hope to see you back in this part of the world again :-D Thanks again for an amazing night in Brisbane!
<3 Always
Colette K
xxxxxxx
Hii my love, This is my second attempt to write this. My fist one just disappeared. I will have to nake this one short as I have to get off to work. I am thrilled that your tour was a success. Not only for you and Kev but also for your parents!
Now its back home to your little one Charlie. I am sure he is going to be thrilled to see his mum and dad! Remember to come up for some air when you give him a big hug!! LOL
I would love to write more but I must stop and get moviing. Do have a safe trip home and I'll see you on the 16th.
Love ya always,
Mary
So so true - there is no place like home :)
Hope you have a (speedy) safe journey home.
Love and happiness always
Rosalie
(aka Venice)
Safe journey back home to you Lisa and your family. Thank you so much for your time, sharing of your amazing gift and peace you have given to us all over the past few weeks. Hope to see you again next time...Love Julie x
Dear Lisa,
You've touched the hearts and souls of so many people,
That you will live eternally in us;
We are ever grateful for the small amount of precious time
Afforded us, throughout your trip.
We are honoured to have participated in some small way
In making your trip memorable.
I have no regrets moving to Oz -
I've been here now for 36 years!
How time flies!
If you should ever venture by this way again,
Please call in and say 'Hi'
The water's warm
The sun shines hot
The beer is cold
The wine is chilled
With prawns on the barbie
What more could you want!!!
Susanna in Sydney
Thank you for sharing your trip with us, I've been reading your blogs and can tell it's been a whirlwind of a tour. You've made me want to visit Australia and NZ, though, their tourist board should hire you to do their marketing!
Have a good trip home, hope you don't run into any delays.
Lisa, thank you again for coming to visit Perth. You are overdue for some much needed rest and there is nothing like returning to your own bed, pillow and the comfort of friends, family and pets!!! May you have a restful and safe journey home!
Perhaps one day you, Kev and Charlie can "holiday" (yep no work!!) in Oz and visit the wonderful cities and all they have to offer :)
Look forward to seeing you again when you return to Oz.
Love and Warm Fuzzies,
Vikki (peridot) xx
Something to read to remember me by:
My darling love
I know you're there
I sense your presence everywhere.
My precious one
I cannot see
Your gentle face but know its thee.
Oh! baby girl
When I'm asleep
You bring me lullabies so sweet.
I journey on
Without you now
Along life's road I don't now how.
My empty heart
And lonely soul
Miss you so much - life takes its toll.
It's only when
I'm so alone
I dare to weep, to grieve and moan.
When will this pain
And sorrow ease
And we are free to ride the breeze.
I know you're there
Waiting for me
I'll not be long now just you see.
Hold me tight
In case I fall
My precious angel now my all!
A butterfly
Catches my eye
As upwards through the air I fly.
Susanna
Susanna I cant help but comment on your poem, it is truly beautiful, is it an original ??
It made me get all teary, as i could most certainly relate to it on so many different levels.
Thank you for sharing it with Lisa and all of us here .
And to you my Lovely one, safe journey and many many many thanx for coming to see us all wayyyyyy over here.
Wel loved having you and look forward to your return next year Mwah xoxoxoxoxoxox
Jenny
I'm really glad you enjoyed NZ so much. I remember when I was in Madrid, I had met a couple from NZ and they were SO nice and we've kept in touch since then.
It is indeed a beautiful thing to have shared all this adventure with your parents, this is a good thing. I would love to share travels with my mum but she doesn't seem opened to it yet so it's a pity. Every year I try to organise something to take her but she always ends up finding excuses to say no ;-(
Yes it's always nice to come back home and charming little Charlie is waiting for you !!!
So enjoy your warm home Lisa and have a good flight ! ;-))
Lots of love,
Lise
Hi Susanna, that is a lovely poem. Thanks for sharing it.
Dear Lisa, have a safe and happy journey home. Take care and have lots of rest.
So glad you have enjoyed your time here in NZ and you have had such a positive experience. Hopefully you are leaving with the determination to get back soon. We will be looking out for your next visit and you must spend more time in the South Island next time. Love and Blessings till we see you again.
Hello Lisa,
I'm pleased that you have enjoyed yourself here in NZ. I really look forward to see you again here in NZ. I do hope that you done leave it to long to come back here.
I hope that you and your family have a safe trip home and give charile a hug for me.
HI LISA IAM SO GLAD YOU HAVE ENJOYED YOUR TOUR. I HOPE YOU WILL BE BACK SOON. IM STILL ON CLOUD NINE AFTER YOUR SHOW IN ADELAIDE. AND FEEL HONOURED THAT YOU BOUGHT MY PRECIOUS BROTHER PETER TO US. IT HAS HELPED SO MUCH JUST TO KNOW THAT HE IS OK AND HAPPY.I WOULD TRUELY LOVE TO HAVE A ANOTHER READING ONE DAY WITH YOU? YOU REALLY HAVE MADE A DIFFERENCE TO OUR LIVES WE STILL MISS PETER TERRIBLY AND ALWAYS WILL BECAUSE HE WAS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL HUSBAND FATHER AND BROTHER, HE ALWAYS MADE YOU SMILE. HE WAS THE BEST. TELL HIM THAT I LOVE HIM ALSOO I AM SO LOOKING FORWARD TO GETTING THE LINK TO SEE THAT SPECIAL NIGHT AGAIN AS IM SURE WE DONT REMEMBER EVERYTHING. KEEP WELL AND THANKYOU LOVE JOANNE ROGERS
Well Said Lisa................... :)
Susanne, Thanks for sharing such a beautiful poem! It brought back so many memories of my losing my daughter two years ago!! Thanks, my friend.
Love, Mary
Dear Jenny and friends,
Yes - all my poems are written by me. I'm glad you enjoyed that little verse. Poems are great ways to say how we feel without using too many words. So few words say so much!
Susanna
Safe flight home! :-)
Linda
Ah Susanna you made me cry--No worries crying has become second nature to me now without my son--My angel!! I send you Love and Light today and may you have a Blessed day!!
All My Love Sunday