It was a long drive to Gundagai that day… on reflection we spent a lot of time talking about the events of the last few days…. We got to speak to Klaus on the phone – it was so good to hear his voice…. And he had not lost any of his sense of humour and quick dry wit… Branch was there in spirit keeping him company….

He had acquired a new hairstyle (the pink rinse was NOT OK…. Branch could not cope with the colour…. 😊)and had 2 scars to tell the story….

He was cleared to go to the ward from ICU … made progress with the drain being removed…

and has definitely brightened some nurses’ days…

enjoying all the attention…

(All hospital pics courtesy of Beryl and used with permission)

We stayed the night at Gundagai then left the next day for home along familiar well-travelled roads…

with the traditional stop at the Big Merino and Trapper’s Bakery at Goulburn…

Trev could not resist a Rosie clean at the bakery…..

It was a grey and cold day as we made the final run towards Helensburgh and home….

As we reached Helensburgh, the skies cleared…..

We had been in contact frequently with the Hunters and Wells who made it safely to Condobolin – the planned last destination before home….

Everyone finally arrived safely to their homes on the weekend thankful to God for a safe trip home, wonderful holiday and great time of fellowship….

Beryl and Klaus will be able to fly home next week…. Their car and caravan have been picked up and driven home by one of our good friends and past travel buddy – Glen Hackfath… thanks Glen!!

All that remains now is for the epilogue to this Wild Adventure to be written – so watch this space – coming soon!!