Family time in Connecticut

I have been having a fabulous time with Zac's family who live in a beautiful neighbourhood called Old Greenwich, Connecticut. Kimber (Zac's sister), James (Kimber's husband), their two daughters Liz and Julia, and Porter the dog have made me feel very welcome. We have spent the weekend exploring the local area and shopping for running shoes. Zac and I also took the girls to see their mum at work which is at a garden centre and nursery. We went apple picking at a local orchard so we now have bags full of juicy apples of all kinds. Kimber took us for a walk round Todd's point where there are lovely beaches and a sunset view of New York city. Perfect place for running so that is where I will head tomorrow with my new trainers which I bought today for half the price of a pair in England!

I am in America!

I arrived at JFK airport, New York on Thursday 20th September in the evening. Zac and I had a very good flight; great food, three good films and a smooth landing. We were met at the airport by Zac's sister Kimber and her youngest daughter Julia. Yesterday (Friday) we went into the city and both bought mobile phones. I have a special international texting package so it will be easy to keep in touch with England and The Gambia. New York city was overwhelmingly busy. There were so many taxis and people everywhere. Basically everything seemed so big, bright and loud. We walked for miles and ended up at Central Park where we watched some climbers practise their moves on some boulders. We had a great day. Last night we had a party at Kimber and James' house where we met many of their wonderful friends and neighbours.