Firstly, my apologies to Milan Kundera, for shamelessly stealing the title of your magnificent book.

This blog is no longer about Twelve Acre Wood where I used to live and work. I have spread my wings and am now travelling in Europe as well as studying towards a BA at Macqaurie University. I feel incredibly lucky to be able to do both at the same time.

So right now I am in bed in Warnsveld, The Netherlands with a snoring Sjakie next to me in bed. Gino has left for his second day at his new job at Hengelo Montessori High School. I am so proud of him - speaking Dutch and English and teaching 150 students. A huge challenge for me.

My new challenge is that in 3 days I will be moving to England for three months. My Visitors Visa is due to expire and I don't yet qualify for residency. I am nervous and excited. It has been 14 years since I lived in London. I wonder how much it has changed. I know I have changed a lot since there. At that time I was a unworldly 22 year old - struggling with loneliness and trying to find my own sense of identity. Now I am a mature 36 year old. I have been happily married for 10 years, and have 14 years of experience to draw on.

I can't even remember how to use The Tube. How do I know what direction the train is travelling in? Do they list the last stop or a geographical direction? Or do they tell you nothing and just laugh at the newbies. Must remember not to look at anyone!