of Farewells and Preparation

As always just before a tour there are moments of panic - trying to recall that everything has been planned and confirmed - and then more concern that all the day to day running of house and home will continue without hitch. So family members are briefed and staff know exactly how to continue.

We always have a Sunday family lunch and today was no exception. Family enjoyed a roast with veggies and pud and we toasted the Mara and all that we hope to see there. of course we look forward to meeting our friends and re-establishing our friendships.

We arrive in Nairobi next Saturday in time for breakfast and leave for the Mara from Wilson airport at 10h00. We hope to keep you updated on our tour. We go to the Mara for a week and then onto Lake Nakuru, Ol Pajito and Samburu.

I have added some photographs of some of our Kenyan friends.

Of Interviews and chat

The phone rings, the interviewer introduces herself and you and before your know it your voice enters the airways and away you go.

Questions pepper the air, you respond - and think, did I really say that? Did it make sense? Did I talk about the Mara, did I mention the wildebeest and the tents - were they luxurious or comfortable?

Yes to all I am told. The interview is done. Let's hope the people respond.

Only two weeks till we see our friends in Kenya again.