The journey begins...

Elective D1 - 21st February

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February 21st 2014
So after Lucie (thank you!) gave me a cheeky lift to the airport avoiding the London train delays, I couldn't help but think nothing could go wrong with travel today. Little did I know that the temperamental German Lufthanza security services were on strike so our European plans had to be put on hold! Despite trying to wangle an upgrade (apparently doctor points don't work nowadays!) we (w ... read more

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