Elliott-Family Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 Well after 2yrs of waiting we exchanged contracts on our house sale yesterday. Good job really cos I fly out to oz tomorrow heading for mornington, vic. my wife, son and 2 dogs fly over in Oct. had our leaving party last night n I've got hangover to prove it. it was really sad sayin goodbye to friends but I'm really not lookin forward to sayin bye to my family. until now the nerves haven't really kicked in but now... its a different story. all of a sudden I'm feeling the enormity of our move. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sunnyday Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 Oh guys, I know I've said this loads of times before BUT it really is an emotional rollercoaster!! Good luck with the goodbyes, you will feel much better when on the plane. Mornington is lovely, are you staying in a short term rental? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calNgary Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 Lots of luck with the family goodbyes, i wish i could tell you they aren't that bad ,but id be lying if i did. A small consulation is its well worth it once your here and settled. Keep smiling Cal x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Ropey HOFF Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 All the best it is part of lifes rich tapestry and i am sure it will all work out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest annemarie and brian Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 good luck with everything and have a safe journey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluto Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 :hug: Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliott-Family Posted September 18, 2010 Author Share Posted September 18, 2010 No, I'm staying with my wife's cousin in chelsea n will try to secure a rental property ready for wife n son arriving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabo Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 I found the family goodbyes by far the worse - was completely unprepared for how it would affect me. Thankfully the rest of my family kept it together. It haunted me for days afterwards, but it has got much easier. Once you arrive there is lots of stuff to occupy your mind and geez the weather helps. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petals Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 Its still rather cold here so bring the woolies, 11 degrees this morning but the sun is out and shining and hopefully the rain will stay away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackboots Posted September 18, 2010 Share Posted September 18, 2010 Good luck , its not easy is it ? but you have waited a long while for this , all the best and safe travels ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cazz Posted September 19, 2010 Share Posted September 19, 2010 All the luck in the world on your big adventure. Once you get on that plane you will be fine. Safe journey. X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted September 19, 2010 Share Posted September 19, 2010 That is great news guys, at long last it is finally happening for you!! It won't be long before the wife and kids follow you so hang in there, I am sure you will be so busy when you arrive that it will make the separation easier. Have a safe journey over and hopefully we can meet up once you are here. Kate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest juliemtaylor Posted September 19, 2010 Share Posted September 19, 2010 Deep breaths now, and when you are on that plane you will be looking forward to it over here! Julie x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ibby4 Posted September 19, 2010 Share Posted September 19, 2010 good luck mate, got all this to come but just remeber why your doing it!!! all the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PontePom Posted September 19, 2010 Share Posted September 19, 2010 Good luck and it won't be long until you're all together again... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliott-Family Posted September 19, 2010 Author Share Posted September 19, 2010 Thanks for all the kind words and support. It's been a really hard 24hrs sayin bye to friends. My dad never shows his emotions but yest I got the biggest hug from him n to see him cry was really upsettin. Just mum, sister, wife n son left although wife n son won't be far behind. Gonna be so tuff sayin bye to my mum although she is already planning her visit. I was really not prepared for how hard this is and It's hard tryin to keep perspective on why at moment. Anyway packing to sort n prob more tears before my 10pm flight. Think this is the hardest moment of my life so far! Just hope this rollercoaster ride has a happy ending Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordanl Posted September 19, 2010 Share Posted September 19, 2010 Good Luck Elliot family Have a good journey. :biggrin: Sue & family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rahrah Posted September 20, 2010 Share Posted September 20, 2010 Good luck - enjoy your new life! I won't be far behind you ! and know EXACTLY how you're feeling - Suddenly it all gets very real:err:!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliott-Family Posted September 22, 2010 Author Share Posted September 22, 2010 I really was not prepared for how tough it was to say 'see ya' to family and friends. I made a point not to say goodbye cos that seems so final. My mum came with us to the airport and although she understands why we want to come to oz i know she's really upset. She was a rock in the car although the closer we got to the airport the more aggitated she became, I know her so well! My wife and son have to go thro the goodbyes in 3wks once the house sale has completed which makes me feel guilty cos i'm not there to support her. Its the first time we've been apart since we got together and without her even in Uk i'd be lost but here............i just dont know anything and feel totally out of my depth. When i was waiting to board the plane i was actually considering phoning my wife to ask her to come pick me up. All i could think about was family that were really upset about us leaving and they have to go thro it again in a few weeks time. I flew with singapore airways on the A380- plenty of food, attentive staff, good entertainment and decent leg room (i'm 6'1'') no real concerns/ worries with them and would fly with them again. I landed on 21 sept at 0600, by 5pm i'd viewed 2 rental properties thanks to my wife giving me the famous 'list', also sorted mobile phone and tinternet access. Today i've sorted my banking with NAB who were really helpful and applied for my TFN. Been to check about medicare. yesterday whilst waiting to view the properties i fell asleep in a car park for nearly an hour!! and jetlag is now kicking in. It's hard to be totally objective at min cos our dream was for the 3 of us to all fly out together which sadly hasnt happened. Claire has the packers in as i type (furniture packers!!) and is flying out in 3wks. I start work in 5days time so lots to do beforehand. If nothing else please dont underestimate the farewells/ goodbyes or see ya's, i did and it really hit me hard more later Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted September 23, 2010 Share Posted September 23, 2010 I really was not prepared for how tough it was to say 'see ya' to family and friends. I made a point not to say goodbye cos that seems so final. My mum came with us to the airport and although she understands why we want to come to oz i know she's really upset. She was a rock in the car although the closer we got to the airport the more aggitated she became, I know her so well! My wife and son have to go thro the goodbyes in 3wks once the house sale has completed which makes me feel guilty cos i'm not there to support her. Its the first time we've been apart since we got together and without her even in Uk i'd be lost but here............i just dont know anything and feel totally out of my depth. When i was waiting to board the plane i was actually considering phoning my wife to ask her to come pick me up. All i could think about was family that were really upset about us leaving and they have to go thro it again in a few weeks time. I flew with singapore airways on the A380- plenty of food, attentive staff, good entertainment and decent leg room (i'm 6'1'') no real concerns/ worries with them and would fly with them again. I landed on 21 sept at 0600, by 5pm i'd viewed 2 rental properties thanks to my wife giving me the famous 'list', also sorted mobile phone and tinternet access. Today i've sorted my banking with NAB who were really helpful and applied for my TFN. Been to check about medicare. yesterday whilst waiting to view the properties i fell asleep in a car park for nearly an hour!! and jetlag is now kicking in. It's hard to be totally objective at min cos our dream was for the 3 of us to all fly out together which sadly hasnt happened. Claire has the packers in as i type (furniture packers!!) and is flying out in 3wks. I start work in 5days time so lots to do beforehand. If nothing else please dont underestimate the farewells/ goodbyes or see ya's, i did and it really hit me hard more later Ian Hi Ian Glad you arrived safely, don't do too much this week as you will exhaust yourself. If you are feeling a little down or low, don't be alone just send me an email and we can arrange to catch up. Hugs Kate:hug: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajs604 Posted September 23, 2010 Share Posted September 23, 2010 Yeah its a big move. Sounds like you have got things well organised and in time your hopefully settle down well. Which part of Melbourne are you planning on living in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elliott-Family Posted September 26, 2010 Author Share Posted September 26, 2010 Hi, we really want to settle in n around Mornington Peninsula, mt martha, mt eliza area. But so do most people i think judging by the amount of people that attend the open rental viewings. Still, i've managed to get some private viewings, 1 of which i'll be the first to see so if its suitable, fingers crossed. I'd really like to sort a rental ready for my wife n son's arrival mid Oct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Liverpool lou Posted September 26, 2010 Share Posted September 26, 2010 Hi, glad to hear you have arrived safely and it wont be long before the three of you are reunited. reading your post has just made me so emotional because we will have to go through the same thing in Dec. we will move out of our house next week and will be staying with my parents until we leave. We are not looking forward to the 'see ya's' and understand when you say its the hardest thing you have ever done before. Good luck for the future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markntracey Posted September 26, 2010 Share Posted September 26, 2010 you're post really is food for thought and it's given me the jitters. Good luck in your new life x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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