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The Adventure Begins…

Day 0

Today our adventure begins with a flight to Heathrow airport. I’ve been thinking nostalgically about the last time I backpacked around Europe [38 years ago, at the age of 26] and suspect things will be very different. In fact, I’ve already noticed some differences:

  1. THEN my backpack was big and my clothes small. NOW my backpack is small and my clothes big!
  2. THEN I took one pair of shoes. NOW I must take multiple, sturdy orthotic shoes!
  3. THEN I needed only thyroid tablets. NOW I need a pharmacy of potions, lotions, and pills!

BUT it’s not all bad because THEN I had to carry a camera with different lenses whereas NOW my compact phone will do it all…and more! Also, whereas THEN I took my guitar, NOW I’m taking my computer which is much more entertaining than me and my guitar!

The following two photos highlight the differences between THEN and NOW…this journey will be interesting.

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14 responses to “The Adventure Begins…”

  1. Moira Davies Avatar
    Moira Davies

    Looking forward to seeing you during this adventure. Love Moi x

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      Dr. Rhia

      Yes, it’ll be great to catch up…just like old times.

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  2. Carolyn Avatar
    Carolyn

    Bon voyage!

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      Dr. Rhia

      Thank you 😘

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  3. Aloma Avatar
    Aloma

    Wel son am gyffroes!
    Dwi yn edrych ymlaen cymaint i gael dy ddilyn! Xx

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    1. Dr. Rhia Avatar
      Dr. Rhia

      Diolch Aloma! It’s funny how easily my mind went back into travel mode but my body…not as much 😂

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    Char

    Safe travels my friend. I look forward to following your adventures!

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      Dr. Rhia

      Thanks, Char! I’ve already realized I should have left half my clothes at home!

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  5. Amber Avatar
    Amber

    Safe travels! We look forward to checking in on your fun journey and adventures to come! 💜

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      Dr. Rhia

      Thanks, Amber. I think we’re as curious as you as to where we’ll end up 😘

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  6. Sharon Craig Avatar
    Sharon Craig

    Safe travels, looking forward to follow you on this as adventures!

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      Dr. Rhia

      We shall certainly try to be safe! We’ve been at it a week and our bodies are already feeling it 😂

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    Moi

    Hope you are in Barcelona and enjoying the amazing City xx

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      Dr. Rhia

      Ha ha ha 😂 Not quite that organized BUT we’re on the train on the way there! I’m seeing lots of things I’d like to buy but can’t as I can’t carry another ounce! There’s nothing like backpacking to see the world…and to feel every year of your age 😂

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