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Photo by Andy Miller, UK, Taking a rest, Jokulsarlon, Iceland

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Andy Miller, UK,
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Jokulsarlon, Iceland



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I fly out today - Thanks everybody !

Well its finally happened. It's the day that I fly out to start my South America adventure, and by god, its been a long time coming.

Thank you SOOOOO much to all on here who have helped, advised, motivated and encouraged me to "live the dream"

I know its very dramatic but it feels like the first day of a new life !

Thanks again and take care !

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Let me be the first to say: congratulations! Kick it in the butt, Teddy. You're gonna meet some amazing people and see some incredible places. And if times get tough, ask yourself this: if I could click my heels 3 times and be back at my house, would I? I still smile when I think about that. My answser is still no! See you out there one of these days. Hook.
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Good luck

All the very best for your trip, I look forward to reading about it, when you are 'filling up' with sensible priced fuel please think of us paying over £1 per litre!

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Good luck Ted! Have a great adventure - we look forward to reading about all your escapades. You're on my list of presenters for next year remember. Fancy a hop over to Morocco after the meeting for a couple of weeks for a mini-adventure??

Take care and ride safe.

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Good luck Ted! Have a great adventure - we look forward to reading about all your escapades. You're on my list of presenters for next year remember. Fancy a hop over to Morocco after the meeting for a couple of weeks for a mini-adventure??

Take care and ride safe.

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Morrocco sounds wonderful.. Count me in !
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Go for it Ted! (and keep the blog updated!)
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Ted......... YEAHHHHH!!!!
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Best of everything to you, Ted. Should you get up to the US West Coast you've got a place to rest. Live this great life to the fullest!
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Good on you Ted. I read the thread you wrote when you were first thinking of going and considering the girlfriend and al. Glad its worked out for you and may you enjoy it.

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