CRAJ Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 As some people will know, I measure the time to something good happening in sleeps. The kids always did this (they're 15, 17 and 20years old now) and it has stuck. After arranginging the sunday night at the enfield premier inn for my team and my sisters team, my youngest sister txt back saying 'lovely, getting excited now!!'Neither of my sisters have done it before, but I can't imagine that after completing it, they won't want to do it again.Only 22 sleeps to goColin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimEB Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 I'm excited too, even though I'm not in a car - I hope to jump into the Flying Tomato and see you all at either Pimperne or Didcot. Just deciding which is going to be the most interesting drive!Another 'sleeps' story. Our daughter just asked me how many sleeps it is until she goes to "Big School" at age 10. She started primary school this week and is not yet 5 years old... ;D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve P Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Have to say,really struggling with illness at the moment,cant get excited for anything at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hogie Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 Hi Steve, don't know the nature of your illness but think positive and keep taking the pills.Best wishes.Roger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanChatterton Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 22 sleeps!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for reminding me Colin!Eric is not ready, still got to wire in the new headlights and relays (still not arrived yet!), fit the new speedo and throttle cable, replace a rear hub, top up the diff, do an oil and filter change, fit new wiper blades and also get hold of some new HT leads.We popped into Halfords this evening to get some oil and a filter, was shocked to find they no longer sell HT leads............... WTF? What on earth has happened to Halfords?! Off to the local auto factors tomorrow!Oh yes, still needs a polish! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goody Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 Steve, I hope you are OK Mate. After all you were a great partner on the last one. You are a member of Team DollyRoo by default so you gotta stay well and happy. I just know you are gonna make it this time and it will be good to see you again. Looking forward to a BEER or 2 at the end. Only 12 more sleeps till I leave for England. Time fly's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted September 12, 2014 Share Posted September 12, 2014 Goody wrote: Looking forward to a BEER or 2 at the end. Only 12 more sleeps till I leave for England. Time fly's You will arrive 2 days before me :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goody Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 Yea, I got farther to fly and at my age me arms get tired quick and the only place to land is Greenland or Ireland to rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 B****r I may not make it. My employer may cancel my leave (& exit permit) due to a crisis at work so won't know before next Friday. Just keeping my fingers crossed that I can be there.Howard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRIS211083 Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 I may have a similar problem. Only time will tell.Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cook1e Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 I really hope you both maange to keep the leave booked Chris and Howard, what a disappointment if it is cancelled after putting effort into the car and sponsorship etc.I got confirmation that I have charity leave approved yesterday, so I'll get the Friday and Monday off without having to use any of my normal leave allocation. But then my employer (Vodafone) s very big on employees "giving something back" either by volunteering for community work or taking time out to raise money for charity and it's actively encoraged.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted September 20, 2014 Share Posted September 20, 2014 Andy,Blimey, I will try that stunt, I work for a corporation these days and they do not seem to mind spending money on Charitable exercises.Thanks for the heads up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRAJ Posted September 20, 2014 Author Share Posted September 20, 2014 only 12 sleeps to go!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 My exit permit was given to me a few mins ago so it looks as if I am coming :) :)I expect that I will have to keep on top of emails while I am home, but at least I should be there...On onHoward Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goody Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 Looking forward to seeing you Howard. I am retired so leave is NOT a problem. Only Money!!And I have a very understanding wife, No she is not coming on this trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 GoodyHope you remembered to pack a spare windscreen this time - there aren't many BMW agents in bonnie Scotland ;)Looking forward to seeing you again(My lovely lady has problems driving my 7 so my daughter is my co-driver. The 64K question is will we make it and still be talking?)On OnH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goody Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 As you know Team Dollyroo has had many Co-Drivers. We have allways been great together. One thing you learn no matter who your co-drivers are, At times things can get heated and you almost get pissed. Just let it pass as things will work out. Yes you will make a wrong turn, miss read the road book and the like. Remember you and your co-driver are their to have FUN! That's what it's all about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRAJ Posted September 26, 2014 Author Share Posted September 26, 2014 This time next week team 78 will be on the way down to the plough, only a few bits to sort now, marking up the map and roadbook done today so that's one huge thing off the list.Colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saltddirk Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 grrrrrr!Got a email from Some Lea with comfort hotels, to thank me for cancelling my reservation.!!!Seems that the comfort hotel in Enfield will seize to trade as of Sunday night. Why they accepted my bookings in the first place i would not know.A quick panic google search and now we are booked into the Waltham Abbey Premier inn for sunday. 10 pounds extra per room plus 8 for breakfast. Still glad we dont have to drive another 50 miles on Sunday.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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