Joan's word 2

Prespa Lakes ,Greece
25th August 2007
Hello from Joan at last!
Here we are relaxing on the shores of these beautiful lakes which meet on the border of Greece. Macedonia and Albania.
Thought I'd better do an update now as when we leave here tomorrow will be on the move through Croatia Italy and Marseille for the first game on the 8th September. From there we have dates for the games and to catch up with Adam and other friends on so this may well be my last big contact.
Have had a very quick trip through Greece but have seen some worthwhile sights and stayed in some beautiful spots especially on the Mediterranean. Staying on the island of Samothrace was a very relaxing and reflective experience surrounded by a natural beauty and history going back to 7th Century B.C.
Found this spot by the lake ,not a camp site as nothing or noone here although evidence of locals coming for the day (nearest town 5km). It's shady and overlooks a lake which is full of birds. So decided to stay for 3 days and then drive quickly to France.
We are enjoying the different countries and experiences. Starting to meet other camper vans now mostly motor homes from Italy or Germany, no Aussies yet.
Food isn't as good as we remember and we are dying for a steak but think it will be a while.
Have cooked ourselves some good meals at times,we are going to drive over to the village shortly where we hope to have a long leisurely Greek meal with a Retsina of course.
There are periods times when feel a bit tired and fatigued as it is still quite hot here 37-40 degrees but cooler at night here by the lakes (there are 2) as it's up 800metres.
Gary has got his inflatable kayak out for the 1st time and we have had fun in that. There is even wild blackberries to pick and dessert last night was fresh peaches topped with yoghurt and blackberries (and I'm complaining about the food!)
I can't even imagine what it will be like to work or be at home these days. It becomes a way of life as we know from before but will be so good to have some time with Adam and all our other friends from Europe and Australia from next week.
14 weeks on the road and 8 left to go
Take care till we see you all back in Oz.
Joan