You're most welcome, Sam. That's wonderful that everything has arrived in one piece. I'm so very excited for you to start this transatlantic adventure. Just be sure you drink plenty of water, get up and stretch every hour or two on the flight, and just bring two good books and a season of a very good show to endure the long ordeal.
Absolutely! We'll get together for coffee, shopping, and surfing when you've settled in.
Don't worry about your first surfboard; I have a spare that could use a new owner's love and attention. As far as gear, I can find a good surf shop in the area, which works out brilliantly, as I need to buy a new wetsuit.