Blog 1 -Thu 20 Aug 09 So…..we're FINALLY on the road!3 years of planning, one year of delayed departure & it's finally here.You have no idea how excited we both are. We have had an amazing couple of months build up… with Valmanya full throughout with friends & family.We have had a wonderful send-off, so now it all feels slightly surreal.It was brilliant to see everyone before we left: the Shirley's (sorry Vics, but you will be one soon!); the Moor...

Well guys - only one week to go. We have had a great summer with the opportunity to see all our friends & family. The house has been full constantly which has been fantastic - if somewhat dangerous for the health of our livers!. We had a great time celebrating my Birthday last week with Mum & Jezz both here. Jezz has been here a few weeks now & it has been absolutely fabulous to have the opportunity to get to know my "new" big brother, wh...

Well - now only a few weeks to go before we depart for Africa.... it still seems a while off however as we have the house full right up until our departure date. It has been fantastic so far - catching up with lots of old friends before we head off. Our livers are now looking forward to the restrictions associated with travelling in Muslim countries however..... The best part of the whole summer so far, without doubt, has been getting to know my 'new' big brothe...

Just a short note - not that there is much news. We're are now fully into the final stages of preparation for the big off. Clive (with a little assistance from me!) has fully stripped down and rebuilt Itchy - changing all oils & lubes, replacing all the filters & generally checking the condition of all her major components. It's very reassuring to have had her in pieces & see what good condition she is in... also good to have had the opportunity to l...

Just to let you all know that I have deleted all our past blogs so that this site will be dedicated to the Africa trip alone. The reason I have done this is that I have now posted a link to this blog from our web site, http://catsitchyfeet.com/, which is available to anyone who chooses to follow our trip. To remind you... departure date mid-Aug. Getting close now & VERY excited indeed.