Forget Norway We're outta here ( v nearly)

[Skywatcher]

Although we don't fly until Monday night I probably won't get much opportunity between now and then to log on, work has been :mental: the last few days.

Finishing tomorrow lunchtime then a major packing fest commences :mental: you should see all the lists and lists of lists I have on 'Things for iPad'

We are taking enough medication to cure the whole subcontinent so thats one suitcase :lol: another for chargers

Anyway we will be away from here for nearly 3 weeks so don't worry if you don't see me or Lisa on

Keep an eye on Iceland for me and any baggage handlers or air traffic controllers who are on strike ( luckily I don't think our plane travels over Spain :rolleyes: )

If it is possible I will send the odd text but I doubt there will be any 'bars' in the middle of the savannah and I don't have international texts built into my monthly subscription this time, so I won't be hassling Keith for tips on photography :lol:

Anyway

Frankly terrifying how quickly this has come, only just feels like I put up a thread asking what people thought

:mental:

Take care, be good and wish us luck, we don't want much , there are far more deserving people on here, but I will take a pinch

:fingers:

For anyone else going away , have an amazing holiday


HARAMBE!!!

:D

[Slowhand]

Have a great trip Chris. :wave:
Don`t forget to take some really good dustproof bags for your camera!

[Dawn]

:mental:

[catrancher]

Have a marvelous trip mate! :yes:

Bring us back lots of piccies! :happydance:

Tom (:macwave:... Hakuna matata!)

[tb2830]

have a truly fab trip :yes: and above all else stay safe

[Tink]

OOOOOOH!!!!! Wishing you, Lisa, Thomas and Matthew the VERY BEST of times!! I cannot think of a family who more deserves a lovely holiday.

Take care, be safe, stay out of the path of lions and know that we'll want zillions to the nth power of photos when you return (and a complete moment by moment trip report)!

Some of us are living vicariously through you.

:pdust: :pdust: :pdust: for a wonderful and hassle free holiday!

[Tinkerbell]

:mental:

Have a fantastic time!

[Shellyamc]

:mental:

Have a wonderful trip!!!

I am already excited about the pictures :yes:

[MystikPiglit]

I hope that you all have the most wonderful holiday. You and Lisa certainly deserve it. :hug2:

We're all looking forward to the photographs and full trip report. :wink:

Safe journey. :wave:

:pdust::pdust::pdust::pdust::pdust::pdust::pdust:

[josh.p.]

:mental: Have a fantastic time! HARAMBE!

[uscwest]

Let's see now you are going to ICELAND, NOPE
WDW ---- NOPE Again

NORWAY ---- Ah Yes that must be it, whoops NOPE let me go back and check.


AHA I HAVE IT. You are going to AFRICA. Have a wonderful trip and looking forward to the wonderful pictures. Try not to get eaten by a lion while you are there.

[Dizneyblonde]

Have a fab trip!

Can't wait to see the photos.

Much love to you all.

:mental:

[Beccaberry]

Can't wait to see the photos.

What an amazing experience. And a well deserved one for you and yours.

Have an absolutely AMAZING time.

[foreverducky]

I can't believe the trip is finally here! It's just crazy! I hope the whole family has a blast!

We're getting pictures...pictures of Africa! :tralala:

[Johnie]

IT's already here? WOW

Have an AMAZING time!!! I cannot wait to see the pictures! Again, if you can get me one of a big cat without getting eaten or mauled it would be much appreciated :yes:

HARAMBE!!! :hug2::hug2::hug2::hug2:

[daveann]

Have a brill time :)

[Dawn]

Tell Matthew he's allowed to bring back one lion, but only one 'k. :D

[Isafari]

All of you have a truly wonderful trip. This is a well deserved holiday so enjoy every second.

Safe journey :hug2:

[Tink]

I just keep popping in here with the silliest grin on my face. It's as if we can peek over your shoulder and see you both rushing around to get final packing done, etc... :D :D

You know? You are giving your boys such an incredible experience and opportunity to understand the world. :hug2:

Safe, safe journey!

[MystikPiglit]

Try not to get eaten by a lion while you are there.

:lol: Excellent advice.

[Dawn]

Had a text from Chris this morning to say that Lisa has been sick overnight.

Let's hope it's just nerves. :unsure:

[Isafari]

Had a text from Chris this morning to say that Lisa has been sick overnight.

Let's hope it's just nerves. :unsure:

Oh no!!!! :fingers: for a quick recovery.
We're rooting for ya Lisa :yes:

[MystikPiglit]

Had a text from Chris this morning to say that Lisa has been sick overnight.

Oh no! Quick, send :pdust::pdust::pdust::pdust::pdust::pdust::pdust: for a speedy recovery.

[ukwdwnut]

hope you have a fantastic time chris :D

[josh.p.]

:hug2: Hope you feel better soon Lisa! :yes:

[Deb]

Just popped in to send my best wishes and give you a few Harambes, but am now holding back till Lisa is ok....extra pixie dust to make her feel better x

[Dawn]

Quick update. Lisa still poorly.

They still have 48 hours before they leave though so everyone get everything crossed for them. :fingers:

[tb2830]

:pixiedust: :pixiedust: :pixiedust: :pixiedust:

[josh.p.]

:pixiedust: :pixiedust:

[Tink]

:pdust: :pdust: :pdust:

In the grand scheme of things, better to be sick at home than on the way! :eek:

Hoping you are fully recovered by departure time, Lisa! :hug2:

[Dawn]

Lisa a bit better today.

Packing frenzy at chez Skywatcher. :thumbsup:

[Beccaberry]

Glad to hear Lisa is feeling better...continued :pdust: for a full recovery before it's time to go.

Ahem. Miss.
Packing frenzy at chez Skywatcher. Perhaps you should take a page from chez Skywatcher? :unimpressed:

[Dawn]

I'm currently ironing the clothing that needs packing. :taunt:

[catrancher]

I'm currently ironing the clothing that needs packing. :taunt:

By definition, that's a monumental waste of time. :ironing:

Tom (:macwave:... perpetually wrinkled!)

[Beccaberry]

I'm currently ironing the clothing that needs packing. :taunt:

I'll take it.

[MystikPiglit]

Keep well, Lisa. :hug2: Don't overdo things before you go.

[Tink]

Oh good news that Lisa is feeling a bit better. I can only imagine the packing frenzy! LOL. Hope all goes well and that they are off on time with no delays!!

[josh.p.]

Glad to hear she is on the mend :yes: :hug2:

[Deafjeff]

Boo, Miss Chris and Lisa :sorry:

Hope Lisa will get better and better...

[Britchick]

Everything is going to be fine, have avwonderful time all of you :hug2:

[Dawn]

They're on their way to the airport. :mental:

[Tink]

:pdust: :pdust: :pdust: Safe journey!!! Wonderful Holiday!!! :pdust: :pdust: :pdust:

[Deafjeff]

:tralala:

[Beccaberry]

:mental:

:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:

Have a LOVELY holiday!! Don't skimp on the photos!

[Deb]

Hurrah!!! :tralala:

[Dawn]

I was woken at 5.53am this morning by a text to say they are driving through Mombasa and had already seen a foot long milipede.

I will discuss time zones with Chris on his return. :evil:

[Deb]

Brilliant!!!! So glad they're there! :)

I remember being driven through Mombasa to get to my hotel and just being gobsmacked at every single thing I saw, the total dfference of it all!

[Tink]

Awwww, 5:30 isn't so very early, Dawnie! ;) Thanks for letting us know they've arrived safely!

A foot long millipede though? I'm not so sure I'd be getting out of the taxi. :embarassed:

[Isafari]

YAY, they are actually in Africa :mental:

[lozzy]

So glad to hear they arrived and I hope they have the most amazing time.

[josh.p.]

:mental:

[catrancher]

Delighted they've arrived. With a foot long whateveryoucallit, I wouldn't go so far as to say they've arrived safely.

And glad he's texting you at 5:30AM rather than me! :ROFL:

Tom (:macwave:... here we go with the African Swallow bit...)

[Dawn]

Text yesterday - a kingfisher in hotel grounds and about 500 yellow weavers (whatever they are).

[Tink]

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[Dawn]

Ooooh pretty.

500 of them!!! :mental:

[Tink]

Five hundred of anything would make me a little jumpy. :unsure:

[Slowhand]

I thought they were Chinese basket makers! :lol:

[tb2830]

text today - driving back to the hotel after the most amazing 3 days on safari. seen so much including lions leopards and cheetahs, the photos will never do it justice. boys and lisa happy and tired.

[Tink]

Great news! Thank you for the update, Tracy! :yes:

[mumof2]

I thought they were Chinese basket makers! :lol:


cheeky!



sorry i missed you all, i was on holiday when you left. :sorry: 'spect you're having fun though! :yes:

[Mari]

I am sure you ar ehaving the most wonderful time!!!!