My brother emigrated to Australia twenty years ago. We'd always kept in touch and I'd seen his wife and kids 14.sitting in their garden on video, but I'd promised (15) to visit them, and so I did, last Christmas. Before that I'd always refused (16) to fly, but there's no point in (17) worrying too much at my age, is there? And it was the best Christmas I've ever had!"'Every Muslim who is healthy and has enough money is expected (18) to visit Mecca once in his or her lifetime. I'd put off (19) going for years - I just couldn't afford (20) to go. But then, last year, I decided (21) to make a real effort and go. It was amazing. I had seen the crowds (22) walking round on TV before, but the place was really bustling. I really enjoyed (23) meeting people from so many different countries".