Road Test 2017
January 9, 2017
Hello dear Family and Friends,
This is just a quick test of the viability of connections that were in place over a year ago when I posted my last entry upon our return from Alaska, and to see if you are paying attention. We are, once again, getting restless!
It has been quite some time since Sandy and I embarked on a road adventure of any significance, but we are now getting ready for a trip that will take us south of the Equator for the first time in our lives! In 3 weeks, we leave for an extended visit to Australia and New Zealand, and will cap the trip off with a 10 day stay in the Cook Islands.
This adventure will involve visits with our dear friend Nicki Vance in Sydney, good friends in Eden, family members in the Gold Coast region, and a stay in New Zealand with a transplanted Nanaimoite who has been a part of Sandy’s social group for many years. Technically speaking, I guess, this isn’t a “road trip” in our traditional “Truck House” mode, but we do plan on vehicle renting and seeing these “bucket-list” countries via roadmaps and GPS! So, Truck House will get a rest until we return. We looked into renting camper vehicles, but costs seemed to be incredibly high, so we abandoned that plan.
We look forward to sharing this adventure with you all, and hope that you will “hang in” there with us.
Best wishes for all the best in 2017, and much love to all!
Tony (the Quill) and Sandy (the Quilter)
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ThanksTony. Roadquill is alive and well. Soon you will be on your way. What an amazing adventure!!
Love Shirley
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Shirley
January 9, 2017 at 8:43 am
Looking forward to your log Tony…Antipodean Antics
Stephen
January 9, 2017 at 8:51 am
Thanks Steve! I think I’ll refrain from referring to any Aussie with this word. It might get me a thick lip!
coastmariner
January 9, 2017 at 11:28 am
Got it! Wishing you both a fabulous trip, and we’ll look forward to hearing all about it on our returns! Got to Hemet day before yesterday and are thrilled to be here and staying put till April! Did not have the best trip down with snow, ice, highway closures, a day of delay, etc. but still arrived happy, safe and sound (although somewhat stressed). Relaxing now even though it is raining till this coming weekend.
Big hugs and travel safe! Kathy & Greg
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Greg and Kathy
January 9, 2017 at 9:03 am
Sounds like a fabulous adventure. Having been to Australia twice, I am envious. Have a wonderful trip, and I look forward to reading the travelogue. Ellen
EllenK
January 9, 2017 at 9:16 am
Happy New Year!!!! funny that you where thought about also when some of our friends have left for the South, Les and I sure miss going there as well , but thank full we had many years[ Winters] in the USA.
We both are over 80 years young, so we just travel Canada now, many places we have not been. Yes i enjoy seeing your travel experience with you , so like to keep up with you and Sandy. Safe travels as you get ready for this huge trip , love from us old folks Betty & Les.
betty nault
January 9, 2017 at 9:42 am
Looking forward to your upcoming trip to hear of all your adventures.
Violet Brzovic
January 9, 2017 at 9:41 am
Sounds amazing! Can I come?
GUY JOLY
January 9, 2017 at 10:12 am
I will be here watching closely for the saga to unfold. Will travel with you virtually!! ❤
Susan Dobson
January 9, 2017 at 11:23 am
Aloha from Maui where we are congregated with all 12 family members to celebrate our 25th! Your next road trip sounds like a fabulous one. Can’t wait for your reports! Make great memories! Love, t xoxo
Tanya Northcott
January 9, 2017 at 11:51 am
Hi Tony,
Good luck in your next “walkabout”.
Sounds like quite an adventure.
Hi to Sandy.
Love
Peter
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Peter Gordon
January 9, 2017 at 12:12 pm
Look forward to ‘walking bout’ with you on this new adventure! How exciting!
Gail Lambourne
January 10, 2017 at 4:34 pm
Safe journey! LOL
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Betty MacMichael
January 12, 2017 at 9:19 am
Will be ready and waiting for the real thing! xix
Shiela
January 15, 2017 at 11:43 am