So this was the day to attempt to summit the mountain.  After a restless night for both me and Phil, we had a hearty breakfast of porridge and set off from camp to trek from 3900 metres to the summit at 4985 metres above sea level.  Disappointingly, the rain had not abated at all and... Continue Reading →

After the glorious weather on day one and day two, it was disappointing to wake up on day three to rain.  It had rained heavily through the night and not much sleep was had, so it took me a while to bring myself round in preparation for the day ahead.  That said, the camp cook,... Continue Reading →

Following an uneventful first night in our tent, we were treated to a breakfast of porridge.  I usually exist on nothing more than a cup of coffee for breakfast but I was aware of what was ahead of me so I forced myself to endure a proper wholesome breakfast.  Phil was more than happy with... Continue Reading →

With the commencement of the new year, the day had arrived when Phil and I were to attempt our next challenge....climbing the second highest mountain in Africa, the majestically imposing Mount Kenya.  We had previously had a training day when we trekked up the mountain from the Sirimon Gate but with this climb, we were... Continue Reading →

Since arriving in Nanyuki, life has settled down.  I have got used to the big garden although I have still been unsuccessful in catching those big birds which land on the lawn.  I go out walking with Mum and Dad and our new street is beautiful. There are colourful flowers and plenty of greenery, with... Continue Reading →

After being in Nanyuki for around two weeks, our car, Blue Thunder finally arrived with us on Sunday 22nd July 2018, after a very long trip on a boat from the UK.  We are very fortunate to now have our own transport to enable us to embark upon our adventures. Thankfully, we have 4 wheel... Continue Reading →

So I went in the car and I like car journeys.  I especially like it when I can sit in the back seat and get hugs off Grandma on the journey... Mum and Dad said I couldn't get in the boot because it was full. It was a very exciting car ride.. so exciting that... Continue Reading →