Whilst in lock down and still in unfamiliar surroundings, a scavenger hunt was organised for us evacuees to provide a morning of entertainment. I found this challenge incredibly appealing given that I have taken to rambling around the countryside, and the hunt for treasure at least gave me some purpose. I was permitted to do... Continue Reading →
Running 100 miles: The BATUK 100 challenge
In my last blog, I touched upon my attempts at running. In the continuing lock down, and in an area of the UK which is alien to me, I had the burning desire to explore my new surroundings and as I have no other means of transport, I have put my legs to good use... Continue Reading →
COVID Isolation: 28 Days Later
Actually, its a long 40 days since I arrived in the UK. When I arrived in the UK on Sunday 12th April 2020, it certainly felt like I had arrived into a post apocalyptic Britain. The plot of an epic British film, '28 Days Later', released in 2002 depicts the breakdown of society following the... Continue Reading →
Stonehenge Safari
In continuing the exploration of my new surroundings, a walk to Stonehenge was called for. As I still pine for Kenya, an amble through the Great British country side was just what I needed and as is usual for my outdoor adventures, I had a burning desire to attempt to spot the local wild life. ... Continue Reading →
Exploration: Stonehenge and the English Countryside
After being evacuated from Kenya, I have found myself placed in the South West of England, more specifically the garrison town of Larkhill. I have never spent much time in the South of England so this is a whole new adventure for me. Larkhill can be found in the civil parish of Durrington in Wiltshire. ... Continue Reading →
Evacuation
Following the visit of our friend Richie to Kenya, our unadulterated ecstasy from an amazing time away was abruptly halted and we were all rudely brought back down to earth with the news that Corona virus or Covid-19 was gripping the world, and that there was free fall into world wide lockdown. We were... Continue Reading →
Rescue dog in Kenya: Princess Escapades
The whirlwind of life continues in the household of the Nomadic Family Unit although there have been some changes of late. Solo and I have continued to enjoy some brilliant walkies. The rains have arrived and I do love a puddle! Solo is not so keen on getting his feet wet but I love it!... Continue Reading →
Safari adventures: Taking Richie to Samburu National Reserve
Following our epic adventures in Ol Pejeta, Mr Nomad and I felt that a visit to Samburu was in order for our friend, Richie. We love Samburu and it brings a different safari to Ol Pejeta, but usually just as amazing. The terrain is much more desert like, being semi arid and the temperature is... Continue Reading →
Safari adventures: When Richie came to Stay
Some weeks ago, prior to the apocalypse that we find ourselves in now, Mr Nomad's old friend, Richie came to visit. He is originally from the UK but now lives in Australia and had been making numerous trips world wide, so we were lucky that Richie felt the urge to visit Kenya to discover for... Continue Reading →
Rescue dog adventures: The Princess Diaries
Life has been a whirlwind of fun fun fun since I joined the Nomadic Family Unit. So much has happened and every day is an adventure. Mum and Dad give me loads of food and love and hugs and I'm able to continue my favourites pastimes of eating ( birds) and digging. I love love... Continue Reading →