A journey of a thousand miles…
At last the day has arrived. After a very pleasant dinner in Maidenhead last night (thanks, Noel Gibbard), we will soon be on our way.
The journey from the Isle of Wight was fine, but my apprehension over having forgotten something critical remains – not assuaged by nearly leaving passport, money, ticket, visa, boarding passes etc. in the flat, or by completely forgetting to check the address I was coming to before I left!
I wonder why, when I check in at precisely 24 hours before the flight as directed, almost all the seats on our giant plane appear to have been reserved, and we’re obliged to take separate seats a couple of rows apart.
I’m also always amazed at the amount of time it takes to get on a plane – the flight’s at 11.50 but I’ve set the alarm for 6.00am to ensure we get there in time! As my father used to say, air travel these days seems to carry the motto “Hurry up and wait”.
Still, look on the bright side, we’ll get there in the end, and the adventure will begin…
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I don’t want to comment ever – apart from this ! But I will be following you — xx
Have a wonderful journey. We are looking forward to your experiences. Its all so exciting.
You will be visiting the land where Peter’s father was during the 40’s.
Best wishes
Anne and Peter
Happiness and Blessings for your very exciting trip!
Christie – in the Pacific northwest
I know exactly how you feel about making sure you have remembered to take everything with you. As I witnessed when I took my trip to New Zealand last year. As for the ‘mind numbing’ experience of waiting around in queues at airport check ins and departure lounges, you have my sympathy. But it’s all worth it in the end.
I went out and had a great Burmese meal yesterday and thought of you. Try Kiln when you are next in London/ Soho
Buon viaggio