One of the things I wanted from this weekend was productivity and boy have I got it. I am feeling very calm and prepared now as I move into the last week before I go to Peru.
I had the trial run with the kitbag today and got everything in, it was really that easy and that is with my big jacket which I have not decided whether I am taking or not. There is extra room too. I emailed my packing list to the girls, some of whom are feeling rather lost about knowing what to take and Teresa (always on the ball) has added that hers is similar. Smile on face.
Really there are only last minute things to do now and some shopping for suntan cream and wetwipes.
Sunday 29 April 2007
Friday 27 April 2007
Catch up time.
Oh dear, 10 days since I have blogged and the biggest lapse since I started back into this in January. It’s not that I haven't thought about it, it's just been so difficult to find the time.
So what I have I been up to?
Well last week I was training in the depths of the Essex countryside. The venue was superb and the drive up there so stunning that I wanted to stop the car, pull on my walking boots and set off along the numerous footpaths. My fellow trainer may not have been too happy should I have chosen that path so I stuck to the original plan instead and looked at the countryside from the training room and my bedroom too, although I didn't spend much time there.
Last Saturday, I walked with the East End girls on the 5th section of the Capital Ring Walk and again it was really interesting. This is a walk that will definitely be walked again.
I was full of excitement when I met up wit the girls as my kitbag for Peru had arrived that morning and suddenly it all seemed even closer. That feeling has stayed with me all week and today I took a conscious break to write lists of all I still need to do. I am going to have a trial run on packing the kitbag this weekend and see how I get on. Keep your fingers crossed.
So what I have I been up to?
Well last week I was training in the depths of the Essex countryside. The venue was superb and the drive up there so stunning that I wanted to stop the car, pull on my walking boots and set off along the numerous footpaths. My fellow trainer may not have been too happy should I have chosen that path so I stuck to the original plan instead and looked at the countryside from the training room and my bedroom too, although I didn't spend much time there.
Last Saturday, I walked with the East End girls on the 5th section of the Capital Ring Walk and again it was really interesting. This is a walk that will definitely be walked again.
I was full of excitement when I met up wit the girls as my kitbag for Peru had arrived that morning and suddenly it all seemed even closer. That feeling has stayed with me all week and today I took a conscious break to write lists of all I still need to do. I am going to have a trial run on packing the kitbag this weekend and see how I get on. Keep your fingers crossed.
Wednesday 11 April 2007
In the process of rediness...
I am pleased to see that my fellow Inca Trail walkers are in the same state of readiness as I am . I think it has got to do with the fact that we are all busy people so our trip, although close in many ways, is still quite far away and much has to be done before we get there.
I was out walking again this morning which made me feel great and then spent the afternoon planning the East End girls Isle of Wight Walk - yes, life continues after the Inca Trail and just think how well prepared some of us will be.
I have just spoken to Sandy who with her partner runs Wight-Walks and they sound great. Just a few forms to fill in now and that too is in the bag.
Time to get back to the book and find out more about the best places in Cusco for real hot chocolate!!!
Tuesday 10 April 2007
Yes, more walking this morning but today my thoughts have been turning to all the things I need to take with me. Not necessarilly the clothese but the bits and pieces and also the things I have to do before I go.
Among the bits and pieces are things like spare batteries for the camera and the voice recorder, an adaptor to charge my ipod and what music I may need to add to it. I need to buy some Berroca to wake me up after all the early starts and there are my legs to get waxed, my eyelashes dyed and the pedometer to add to the pile.
Lists, yes, I can see a growing pile of lists.
Among the bits and pieces are things like spare batteries for the camera and the voice recorder, an adaptor to charge my ipod and what music I may need to add to it. I need to buy some Berroca to wake me up after all the early starts and there are my legs to get waxed, my eyelashes dyed and the pedometer to add to the pile.
Lists, yes, I can see a growing pile of lists.
Monday 9 April 2007
Only one month to go.
Yes, that's right one month today and I fly off to Peru, in fact at this time one month on I shall be in Lima and the following morning we shall fly up to Cusco. I still cannot believe that it is happening and there is so much to fit in inbetween that I feel it will not really hit me until I am at the airport - or perhaps when I stay at Elaine's house the night before.
I did a fair amount of walking today. I woke early and was in real need of a brisk walk so went out for 50 minutes or so. Being Easter Monday, it was really quiet but it was such a beautiful morning and I really enjoyed not having to share it with too many others. I included the hills and once again was pleased at how easy I found them - I do remember the times when even these would have taken it out of me.
Later on in the day we completed two more county tops for our Pointless Odyssey Trip and those hills seemed really easy - see http://www.pointlessodyssey.blogspot.com
I think my problem on the Inca Trail will be slowing down. I am used to walking at a fast pace but the way to tackle the altitude is slowly, slowly. I will have to ask the girls to remind me of this.
I did a fair amount of walking today. I woke early and was in real need of a brisk walk so went out for 50 minutes or so. Being Easter Monday, it was really quiet but it was such a beautiful morning and I really enjoyed not having to share it with too many others. I included the hills and once again was pleased at how easy I found them - I do remember the times when even these would have taken it out of me.
Later on in the day we completed two more county tops for our Pointless Odyssey Trip and those hills seemed really easy - see http://www.pointlessodyssey.blogspot.com
I think my problem on the Inca Trail will be slowing down. I am used to walking at a fast pace but the way to tackle the altitude is slowly, slowly. I will have to ask the girls to remind me of this.
Sunday 8 April 2007
The walk that started it all.
It was on an Easter Sunday just like this that first got me into walking. I must have been in my early teens and as a family, we had gone to the Giants Causeway for the day -
http://www.giantscausewayofficialguide.com/ . The weather was stunning and having wandered down to the Cuaseway itself and clambered all over it we decided to follow the path we could see following alongside the sea.
The walk followed the low level all the way to Shepherd’s steps returning along the cliff path. At the time it seemed a very long walk so I was somewhat surprised to find that it is only 2 miles. Perhaps the narrowness of the path and its rough nature are what slowed us down.
What I do remember vividly though was the spectacular scenery, the colours and the weather. It was great to get the different perspectives on the walk and the Causeway and the memories have never left me. It was so energising and I recall us all being in buoyant mood when we finished. I really must do it again and take Ellie when we are next in Northern Ireland.
If you fancy trying the walk out for yourself click on the following link
http://www.giantscausewayofficialguide.com/local01.htm
Although an all weather walker, I truly love it when it is clear and bright for then the surroundings do look their best and from any vantage point, you can see far and near. The Causeway experience sewed some seeds in me that are now coming to fruition but also the love of the scenery, the wonderful natural surroundings and the freedom that inspires me to walk more and more.
http://www.giantscausewayofficialguide.com/ . The weather was stunning and having wandered down to the Cuaseway itself and clambered all over it we decided to follow the path we could see following alongside the sea.
The walk followed the low level all the way to Shepherd’s steps returning along the cliff path. At the time it seemed a very long walk so I was somewhat surprised to find that it is only 2 miles. Perhaps the narrowness of the path and its rough nature are what slowed us down.
What I do remember vividly though was the spectacular scenery, the colours and the weather. It was great to get the different perspectives on the walk and the Causeway and the memories have never left me. It was so energising and I recall us all being in buoyant mood when we finished. I really must do it again and take Ellie when we are next in Northern Ireland.
If you fancy trying the walk out for yourself click on the following link
http://www.giantscausewayofficialguide.com/local01.htm
Although an all weather walker, I truly love it when it is clear and bright for then the surroundings do look their best and from any vantage point, you can see far and near. The Causeway experience sewed some seeds in me that are now coming to fruition but also the love of the scenery, the wonderful natural surroundings and the freedom that inspires me to walk more and more.
Thursday 5 April 2007
Another thing off the list...
Immunisations achieved and no yellow fever needed.
I was out for the day and ended up with friends at the Science Museum. Realised how close this was to Trailfinders Travel Clinic so I popped down and hey presto, success.
No side effects and now I am off to cook dinner for Cathy.
I was out for the day and ended up with friends at the Science Museum. Realised how close this was to Trailfinders Travel Clinic so I popped down and hey presto, success.
No side effects and now I am off to cook dinner for Cathy.
Wednesday 4 April 2007
True integration
I had a good day Inca Trail training today and much of it was totally unplanned.
The first bit was my early morning walk with a client and then I rushed home to pick up my daughter, get changed and head off into Central London to spend the day with friends.
Walking from Bank tube station to Monument tube station included a number of flights of stairs due to stationary escalators and then we spent hours walking around the Tower of London. Up onto the walls, up and down stairs in the White Tower, round and round climbing narrow stairs in other towers and so it went on.
The backs of my legs know they have been exercised - how I love it when training is this easy and also so effective.
The first bit was my early morning walk with a client and then I rushed home to pick up my daughter, get changed and head off into Central London to spend the day with friends.
Walking from Bank tube station to Monument tube station included a number of flights of stairs due to stationary escalators and then we spent hours walking around the Tower of London. Up onto the walls, up and down stairs in the White Tower, round and round climbing narrow stairs in other towers and so it went on.
The backs of my legs know they have been exercised - how I love it when training is this easy and also so effective.
Tuesday 3 April 2007
`Help time is running out....
For my immunisations it is.
As you know I forgot to go on Wednesday and so today at 2.00a.m. on the dot, as requested, I called the doctors. I can attend the travel clinic on April 23rd - well that's not going to do me much good as it's only about ten days before I go.
Seems like the only option is to go to Trailfinders Travel clinic which is, I think, in Knightsbridge. Some web research needed but when?
Out walking first thing, then home to pick Ellie up, have shower and out again. Tomorrow evening I guess.
It will all work out.
As you know I forgot to go on Wednesday and so today at 2.00a.m. on the dot, as requested, I called the doctors. I can attend the travel clinic on April 23rd - well that's not going to do me much good as it's only about ten days before I go.
Seems like the only option is to go to Trailfinders Travel clinic which is, I think, in Knightsbridge. Some web research needed but when?
Out walking first thing, then home to pick Ellie up, have shower and out again. Tomorrow evening I guess.
It will all work out.
Sunday 1 April 2007
Oh no!
Would you believe that I forgot to go for my immunisations on Wednesday? This is so not like me and tomorrow I am going to have to grovel to the receptionist at the doctor's. I mean, I am the person who always lets them know if I cannot make it so I feel really bad.
Wednesday was a busy day but I had mentioned it to Alan in the morning and said that I would be back in time to take Ellie swimming. Then Thursday was full of things to do as well so I completely forgot until Friday and then it was too late to do anything.
Think of me tomorrow morning and hope that they will take pity and be able to fit me in asap.
Wednesday was a busy day but I had mentioned it to Alan in the morning and said that I would be back in time to take Ellie swimming. Then Thursday was full of things to do as well so I completely forgot until Friday and then it was too late to do anything.
Think of me tomorrow morning and hope that they will take pity and be able to fit me in asap.
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