On the evening of 7 February for some strange reason it seemed to be a good idea that I should walk to and from work the next day. I checked the weather forecast and clear blue skies were predicted so as my diary was relatively clear I decided to go for it. I reclaimed my […]
A trip to the South Downs
Every other Sunday we had planned a “Group Walk”. On 23 January 5 of us squeezed into Richard R’s car and headed towards Brighton and the South Downs. It was about 90 minutes away and the walk had been chosen for its steeper hills than we had experienced locally. 5 of our 6 are shown in the picture who are, from left […]
The training really starts – Jan 2011
The new year starts with a realisation that its only 10 weeks till we go. Now that’s not a long time at all so there is no longer room for excuses or putting off training. It’s now very much for real. Trips to the gym became a lot easier when it re opened! Lots more […]
7 become 6 – December 2010
In one of our many group e-mails or texts came the sad news that Alan Spencer had caught pneumonia. What a blow! I visited him in hospital that evening and the disappointment on his face was there for all to see. As pneumonia is very debiltating and obviously affects your lungs, his doctors said ‘there […]
…the unexpected break – December2010
At the end of November I had a weeks holiday booked, just Lorraine & I visiting Budapest for a week. We had planned sightseeing, opera and lots of walking to keep up my training. Unfortunately, a few days before we were due to go my Dad was taken very ill whilst on holiday with Mum, in Tenerife. […]
Training Starts……….November 2010
So now the trek is on, its time to start some serious training. I’ve never been one who loves going to the gym, but as they say, needs must. I had 2 training routines set up so I wouldnt get bored and started working hard. We also had to start thinking about equipment and one of the […]
Kilimanjaro – the 1st Meal – October 2010
So that the group all knew each other and what was in store we all got together to discuss the Trek over pizza and beer at one of our local restaurants. This diet didn’t bode well for our training! There are 7 in the group. All, ( now, how is a nice way of putting it…..) lets just […]
Kilimanjaro – the 1st Call – September 2010
My Kilimanjaro adventure started in September 2010 when I took a phone call from a friend. He said there was a group thinking of climbing Kilimanjaro and they thought I was the type and crazy enough to join in! Was I interested in going with? Well I asked a few more details, gave it a bit of thought for […]