Up and away!

Another good weekend, with less than four weeks to go to my departure now :-(

Most of the weekend was spent enjoying the facilities of the Hobson "resort" (as they refer to their back yard!). That was a very pleasant refuge from the 40+ degree heat.

On Sunday afternoon we went to see Up at the movies. The movie is outstanding — probably one of Pixar's best ever (and they've been making superb movies ever since the original Toy Story), and one of the best movies I have seen in a long time. Without giving too much away for the benefit of those who haven't seen it yet, the story is incredibly moving without being cloying, and has a very strongly principle-based message (actually several messages) without being "preachy". Really good stuff — highly recommended.

With Bryn in Uganda (and having a great time — Colin and Janet spoke to him briefly on Sunday), I have the use of his car and so made my own way to Davis this morning to continue the packing. That is going reasonably well. Tomorrow I need to go into campus to return my keys and wrap up things there. More "lasts"!

With the Fourth of July coming up, Friday is a public holiday and we have a trip to Yosemite planned. I'm really looking forward to that: hiking among the mountains, forests and waterfalls.