Keen to go but not alone

auntyfudge · Member

RE: Keen to go but not alone

Cruising Granny · Guru

Happywanderer wrote:

You are so right Jon, sitting here today reading and watching a bit of TV and mulling over where, when and how. I have really itchy feet and so annoyed I'm not already out there. I watch travel shows on TV and I'm salivating. Turned out to be two on Qld on today including the Rainbow beach area and Fraser Island.
Oh damn, why aren't I already up there instead of here in this cold hole.
As you say CG, if I can do it anyone can and if I want to get out there so soon after all the troubles it all can't be half bad.
Just trying to work out money, dates etc to try and get away soon and if only for a 3 or 4 week period will do me for now till after grandbaby is born, then off again.

Good for you girl! At least you haven't dropped your bundle and given up on the travel plans.
Take your time, and it will happen. Don't rush it. Give yourself a chance to enjoy it.
By the way, have you had a diagnosis on Myrtle yet?
I for one am keen to hear what's doing on with her. While I'm not a mechanic, I can usually diagnose some mechanical problems, and if it's minor, maybe even fix it. But your Myrtle has got the best of us beat. Standing by for further "Myrtle bulletins".

ZedJay · Veteran Member

Hi Aunty

Welcome

When I first got my Hiace - couldn't get much sleep as the bed was hard and uncomfortable. An egg-shell mattress. available from foam rubber stores, did the trick and now the campervan bed is more comfortable than my bed at home.
A back annexe is also a good way of creating some space.

Cheers

Zj

Sheba · Guru

Just hope you haven't left before Jules and I get down there Marj. Like CG, been waiting for a Myrtle up-date.

Cheers,

Sheba.

auntyfudge · Member

Thanks ZJ, I like the back annex idea. I am planning to not have a home other than the van while I am travelling so i need a bit of comfort and room [if possible]

jill

justjo · Senior Member

The eggshell idea from ZJ is spot on. It's made the world of difference to my hi-ace, leaping out of bed with no stiffness ! (leaping maybe a slight stretch of the truth ;) )

Jo

Happywanderer · The Master

Myrtles booked in for this Wednesday so will have some news after that.
Financially I can't see me going anywhere at this stage Sheba. Its going to take a while to get any money together after this and saving up for a new inhouse battery.
What date were you planning on coming down. It doesn't warm up till at least October/November down here. Thats why I was hoping to get back up to the warmth for a break from this miserable weather.

Cruising Granny · Guru

Thanks for the update HW. When the time is right you'll know when everything is ready.
In the mean time use the pensioner's free train pass and do a trip to somewhere.
It's cold everywhere.
A mate of mine is working on roadworks up the Gibb River Road in the Kimberley and he's complaining about the cold nights.
In Adelaide we're under a strong-wind warning, storms and hail have been forecast. So I'm sitting her hanging on, keeping warm.

Happywanderer · The Master

We are supposed to get all that tomorrow too CG with temp down to 12. Won't be going outside.
I need to go down to Geelong to visit the rellies on the free train passes anyway so might as well do that while I am saving and getting organised. Even if not much can be done for Myrtles motor except buying the right sort of oil etc, I need to do a few more things before heading out on the road.
Have to weigh up just what is most important then go about getting prices.
At least trip to Geelong will cost me very little as will stay with sister at no cost. So good chance to save up more.
See what happens after Wednesday.

Sheba · Guru

If I remember rightly, I think Jules was thinking November some time. I'll be catching up with her before that though, and we'll probably work out a definite date then, if that's OK with her.

I'll have to get a couple of new tyres before we leave.

Cheers,

Sheba.

Happywanderer · The Master

Sounds good Sheba. The best way to do it, up there till at least November. Down here from then on for as long as you can.

bozo101 · Member

hi there auntyfudge, like all, welcome to the site. i am also a newbie on this site, and about to make my start on the trip into the never never.

I am also on the GC, so keep in touch if you wish.

The best advice of course, don't think too much, just do it :)

bozo101 · Member

doh !!

-- Edited by bozo101 on Tuesday 21st of June 2011 11:15:23 AM

auntyfudge · Member

Ho Bozo,
where are you off to and in what? I am interested to hear your plans.
Jill

jules47 · The Happy Helper

Hi guys - good luck tomorrow with Myrtle - let us know - and I won't be down till lat Oct early Nov at this stage - pretty cold here in the early morning - but sun comes up and all is good - got heater on tonight - glass of red, pizza - just chillaxing - bowling tomorrow - yay!! Looking forward to catching up with Sheba - maybe Beth if she gets back - though she sounds like she's having a good time - might not come back at all!!

Happywanderer · The Master

Too cold down here till at least November Jules, maybe I will get a chance to get back up that way before then and travel back with you girls, wouldn't that be fun.

Sheba · Guru

Sounds great to me Marj.

Cheers,

Sheba.

jules47 · The Happy Helper

Oh, yeah - Thelma and Louise plus One!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Look out!

ChiChi1 · Guru

Me too

shadyandme · Senior Member

Make that ...plus 2. I will probably be coming back around late november to. We have a convoy,ya hoo. Norma

Happywanderer · The Master

Way to go Girls. Something to look forward to.

Esmeralda · Guru

I might join you if I am not back working again - if that's OK
Cheers

jonathan · Guru

.. its gettin' bigger than Ben Hur .. !! .. dammit !!

.. gonna miss seein' you ladies 'cause I don't go to Hens Parties ..

Jon

Sheba · Guru

The more the Merrier as far as I'm concerned. You might be surprised Jon. I'm not "Hen's Party" type of person either. As far as I'm concerned, it's a chance to meet face to face with friends from the Forum.

Cheers,

Sheba.

jules47 · The Happy Helper

Jon - I agree with Sheba - the more the merrier - and friends are friends - male or female!!

Esmeralda · Guru

I totally agree - good company is what tempts me not ladies only or males only (although that can be interesting sometimes!!). Looking forward to meeting new friends.,

jonathan · Guru

I'm still not sure of my movements after leaving here .. but last year I headed South far too soon ..

So I really don't wish to be around NSW before November .. mind you, I often find a spot that sorta gets me to stay .. so I could turn up anywhere at anytime.

I am one though that does try to avoid the cities and large gatherings .. love the peace and serenity where stress levels don't exist ..

.. but friends is good .. can't have too many !

Jon

ZedJay · Veteran Member

Hi there

For inspiration and courage grab a copy of "Baked Beans in the Outback and Curry in Kashmir" - by Mary Taylor

Mary has driven her Honda Jazz around Australia some 17 times and was still going strong at 90.

It's a real inspiration

http://www.goseeaustralia.com.au/article/381/

Happywanderer · The Master

I have been following Mary Taylor for years on TV , she is an inspiration.
I can't work out how to get the book though. There is only ever her address or the book shop. No phone number and they don't say how to order and pay for it.
Is it in other book shops or somewhere you can contact them with payment details to have one posted out.

Sheba · Guru

I didn't click on to see Marj, but you might find it if you click on one of the bookstores in the box on the right-hand side of this Link.

Cheers,

Sheba.

http://books.google.com/books/about/Baked_Beans_in_the_Outback_and_Curry_in.html?id=adZbAgAACAAJ