Devastating News

Well, after months of preparation, research and organisation, we have had to cancel the trip. As soon as I heard the news this morning, I had a feeling that there could be problems. I have spent much of the day in contact with the rest of the group but in the end it was not our decision. LECT took that out of our hands. We had a very tight turn around time in Frankfurt, the others more so than me, and almost certainly would have missed our connection to Cape Town. After enquiring, it seemed that it was unlikely that we would be able to get on to another flight for a day or two and so there was no alternative but to pull the plug.

I am very disappointed for myself, but more so for the children who would be expecting us at the other end. We are hoping that the trip might be rearranged, but that is fraught with difficulties as a convenient time for all would have to be found.

Meanwhile, I will write to the three schools to find out if they have any pupils who would be interested in being in contact with some of mine and then hopefully arrange this. If we did eventually manage out to Cape Town, then this would make the visit even more special.

Now to unpack!

P.S. At least we are better off than the many people caught up at airports today and those missing their holidays - at least I have been away already this summer.