Setting up

The van returned from its visit to the doctor this afternoon (where it had gone for its check-up and shots) , and began its first serious preparations and trials. Caleb and Gary set to putting up the annexe, which they managed with only a few detours on the way. Thank goodness the first effort wasn't in the caravan park on the beach with gale force winds! It was much more secure in the front yard under blue skies and in mild weather. Ev and Rachel spent hours organising the interior, a job done so well that we know where to sit, how to sleep, and where we can get a snack at any hour of the day or night for the next six months. Having said that, Ev would prefer to stay in the driveway and cut out the travel. We can see the same things on DVD! Still, it won't be the same as sitting in 30 degree weather on a beach in Darwin, will it?

Only two more sleeps to go, when we hit the road in a serious way... What are we doing?! Ev keeps telling the kids that it is easy to get back home by plane!