So a week has gone by and the moving and packing up keeps going. We have had a few issues. Boiler breaking down was an annoyance. But NiKi has been out for a few test drives, with no mishaps. We also have both had bad colds that made us a little grumpy, David more than Karen. But Christmas we were treated to stunning feast at Karen's brother's Sheila played a … [Read more...] about Ok happy new year
Archives for December 2015
Happy Christmas from the Grey Gappers
So we have finished work and we are exactly two weeks before we head off on our adventure. So so a visit to the van Christmas Day and have a little glass of champagne with NiKi. To all our friends new and old we wish you a very happy Christmas and New Year. Let the journey begin. … [Read more...] about Happy Christmas from the Grey Gappers
NiKi has Arrived!! Maiden voyage!!
Wednesday morning and a very early start at Kings Cross station, so early in fact not even coffee shops were open and only a few souls to be seen. For us Londoners a rarity in the super-duper busy metropolis we live and work in, but also knowing that in an hour or so Kings Cross would look completely different and back to it’s normal packed and busy … [Read more...] about NiKi has Arrived!! Maiden voyage!!
The Motorhome is Coming, The Motorhome is Coming
So here we are, 30 days before we leave, 10 years of planning and saving, finally it will be real. The Motorhome is coming we head up to the Elddis Factory in Consett next Wednesday to pick up our home for the next year. Even though we are both Grey Gappers, David more than Karen we are like children before Christmas. The excitement is nearly too much for us. So next … [Read more...] about The Motorhome is Coming, The Motorhome is Coming