Hi all,
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By doing this now means that no time will be lost for you to be contacted in Japan. It will also be less stressful in Japan as it is not always easy to find connection to WiFi and as we get busy some days, please attempt to get as many of the people you want to follow your adventure signed up before we leave.
Thanks for your help – Mrs Shimizu JOE 2012 Team Leader
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almost time to go, I wonder how much sleep will be had tonight. In Japan now, starting to cool down a bit, temp in Tokyo is in upper 20’s.
Kia ora, aunty Meriana and uncle Dallas here from Christchurch NZ. Tanoshinde Alysshiah!
Kia ora, all of us here in Townsville (Alysshiah’s Aunty Wiki, cousins Tania & Kerry, Willow, Tenika, Mareikura and Manaia) will all be looking forward to reading with interest the kids adventures. Safe trip everyone, and have an awesome time with your friends.
Kia ora, We are Alysshiah’s aunt and uncle from NZ. We are so excited to hear all about the trip to Nippon. Have a wonderful, wonderful time! Tarewa, Rachel (and Aronui)
Hi All, I am Kim Alysshiah’s Aunty. Hope you have lots of fun.
Hi, I am so excited for all the kids! I am Leon’s aunt, Helen Peters. Hope you have a fantastic trip and I am looking forward to hearing all about it.
Hi babe have a great trip.
This is Peter, Alysshiah’s dad.
What an amazing opportunity you are giving these children. Looking forward to reading all about their experiences. Bon Voyage Christine Braun (Leon’S grandmother
Hi, we know you will all have a great time, stay safe. Jaz will be missed. Love Aunty Suzanne and Jessica xxxxx (Jasmine Nugents aunt amd cousin)
Really pleased that our Grandson Kurt Wieland has the opportunity to experience this trip to Japan with his school – will be something for him to remember his whole life. Hope everyone has an amazing time, and look forward to following your adventures in Japan. Cathy Bougoure
Hi Learna, thank-you for everything you have done to make this all happen. Leon can’t wait to be on his way.
Regards, Marina
Hi I’m Leon’s Dad, will be following the trip with interest, I reckon it’s going to be an amazing experience
We are very excited that our grandson Dylan Konners is to have this wonderful experience to travel to Japan
Hello,
I am Azure’s mum, Alana.
Hi Learna, I think I’m more excited than Dalton about all the experiences he’ll have. I hope you all have a wonderful and safe trip. Karen Cartwright, Dalton’s mum.
Ashleigh is on the countdown to the trip… We are all so excited for her 🙂
Suzette Potter and Jason Potter, Ashleigh’s Parents
Totally agree with the above two comments, very excited for Talecia and can’t wait to see the wonderful photos and memories she brings back with her from this exciting trip. Jacqueline Wills and Bart Wills, Talecia’s parents.
What a great experience for all. Wish I had the opportunity to of been able to do this when I was at school! Deborah Finkel, Corey Finkel’s mum.
Hi Learna, Getting excited… not long to go now !
Cushla Williams, Alysshiah’s Mum.
Wicked itinerary Cush! We’re so looking forward to hearing about missy’s travels!