It's raining, and it sucks. Well, I've had a great time, seen interesting things, met great people, drank lots, ate lots, got in far less trouble than makes for good stories, but thoroughly enjoyed myself. So, where next?!............ read more
In the final stages of preparations for our round-the-world trip. Three weeks to go and counting!! Still the big hairdryer debate rages on!!!! (It's the debate that's big, not the hairdryer!!)... read more
Or Happy Christmas to you and me!! Hope you're all having a great one! Just want to say a big thank you to all who came to the 12 half pints last night to see me off in style! I have to say the hat, cape, and challenges were inspired. I don't remember a helluva lot, but I'll stick some pics up to aid everyone elses memory! Not sure if I'll add another entry before I leave, so if not, I'll see you on the other side!... read more
No turning back now!!! A number of you have asked me to add a new entry so you can test your subscriptions are working, so here it is! Many thanks to CJ who kindly let me tag along with her yesterday into London, as a result of which I NOW HAVE MY TICKETS!!! Looks like I'm gonna have to go and do it now! And thanks to Wogeo for being the first to add a comment, I will look forward to the Wogeo Challenges™! Think that'll do for now, but think I'll add a pic, just for the hell of it. But what?........ read more
OK my people, this is my travelblog! It's not too long now before I go off to inflict myself on the world, and hopefully I will be able to use this blog to keep you all informed of my whereabouts along the way, and any shenanigans that may or may not be worth mentioning! It's gonna be one helluva ride. Sit back, grab a drink, and enjoy. ... read more
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