Can't walk; but I can fly.....

Nov 30, 2008 at 2:06 PM
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Back in January we decided to cash in some of the manservant's frequent flyer miles and send myself and the Economist son on a trip to Italy and London. This is a big year for him - he turned 21 in February and he finished uni last week.

The flights were booked and hotels being thought about when my foot saga began. My doctor thought we would be cutting it close but that it might be possible so nothing was cancelled.

So I am about to go off to Italy with a limp and a walking stick - tomorrow!

I am so used to going places and being active that I have spent the last week being worried about my limited mobility. I think at this stage I must accept that most of this vacation will be one of savouring the local cuisine and wine industry.

Thank you to my neighbours...... Kate, for some great tips on cities to see and in which order and to Snowy and Sergio for accommodation information and helpful websites and to Anto and ilaria for all their insider information - especially about the trains and weather!

My son landed in LA today. Tomorrow he has to be on a 6am flight to DC where I will meet him at the airport for the flight to Rome. We are visiting Rome, Florence & Milan and then London.

A bit scary but so exciting!!

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I wish you a wonderful journey!!!!!
I'm sure Italy is breathtakingly beautiful in any time of the year.
Please, show and tell us about it, here!

Thank you Nikki - I hope I can post while I am travelling. I will be in the Munich airport for a few hours on the way to London!

Yeah remember your on vacation so it is "OK" to take it easy and go slow I have gone and visited people who travel 1000miles an hour to get from one thing they plan to another almost like that speed dating thing where you stop look and then to the next never to enjoy or savour! the difference between a restraint and a fast food joint! I do not know how you are as a vacationer do you stop and savour or do you look as you pass by to the next spot to view!
Any way it still sounds like a good time to get to spend and in Italy with the ones you love, slow down and love your time, may be even get yourself a nice fancy walking stick!

When you get there, you'll forget about your limp, Emjay. Have a blast. I'll be interested to hear how my advice turned out. But only if it was good advice...

I like to get out and walk and explore a city.... I will be dawdling this time. LOL - I have a cheap stick from CVS which I am hoping to be able to throw away somewhere along the way.

LOL - I'm sure it will be fine - Cat told me you wouldn't lead me astray...... we booked the Singapore place too for his trip home.

Have a wonderful trip!!

That is way too exciting - limp and cane, still a fantastic trip! Hope you take lots of photos and share when you get back.

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I am so-o-o-o jealous! Have a wonderful time. Drink lots of good wine. Take lots of pictures. Eat lots of food. Take lots of pictures. Drink lots of good wine. Tell us all about it when you get back.

BTW...Did I mention that you should take lots of pictures, eat lots of food, and drink lots of wine? 8:-)

That Cat sure looks out for me. She says she likes to use me as practice for when she gets a job looking after old people. She even said she offered a donation to the old people's home....me.

Tell your son that The Battle Box guided tour across the road from his hotel in Singapore is well worth a look if he is interested in World War II history.

You need to get a carved walking stick where you twist off the top and drink from the flask it holds inside! you know it is getting colder out!
You should keep your eyes open for a very nice and attractive walking stick, so you can hang it up as a reminder to take care! Also it is great to get peoples attention!

Emjay replied to Random Musings’ comment:
Nov 30, 2008
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Thank you - I am really looking forward to it now!

Emjay replied to Skyrat (Gina)’s comment:
Nov 30, 2008
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The camera was the first thing in my bag! :-) Batteries are charged, cane is by the door......

Emjay replied to Queen of Fractal Beauty’s comment:
Nov 30, 2008
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Thank you... LOL ... should I drink lots of great wine, eat heaps and take zillions of photos whilst there?

LOL - last I saw she wanted to give you a home in the hedge! Thanks for the tip on the tour - I will mention it to him.

LOL - maybe I could use it as a reminder to look after my feet in the future! Having a stick with a flask is a good idea though!

I'm so envious! Have a great time on your trip. Definitely enjoy the wine, but don't go strolling around after :))

LOL - that is probably wise advice!

how exciting! the change of scenery will be wonderful. and if the the walking begins to bother you, remember: wine wine wine. it's soooo cheap there!

I'm so jealous!

Enjoy!

Queen of Fractal Beauty replied to Emjay’s comment:
Nov 30, 2008
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Thank you... LOL ... should I drink lots of great wine, eat heaps and take zillions of photos whilst there?

No. You should drink lots of great wine, eat heaps and take zillions of photos whilst there. 8:-)

I'm looking forward to some good Chianti wines! Oh - and good coffee!

Thank you Kelly! I am going to miss the manservant but my son is a strapping young man who will be able to carry my stuff! :-)

definitely. don't forget the breads, pastries and chocolates.

WOW! awesome! have much fun!
And be careful

You probably won't see this before you leave but I hope you have a wonderful time even in slow motion. My daughter was showing me her photos of Rome (and Positano) a few weeks ago and they both look gorgeous, so I'm envious of you, plus I already love London so I'm even more envious.

Have a great holiday and enjoy the Italian hospitality. London is another nice place to visit.

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Have fun! So will you get to meet up with any voxers on your trip?

That's so exciting, Emjay!
Have a great holiday, and do take care of yourself;))
I'll be waiting posts and photos of your trips:)

I am sure you will just have the BEST time! I can't wait to read all about it.

Have a wonderful trip!!!!!!!!! :)))))))

a least with a stick you can hit the Italian men whenthey pinch your bum - if you want to of course.

Enjoy this special time

Oh WOW!!! I hope you're having a great time and I look forward to reading all about it upon your return.

Thank you Patrick - and I will be careful. :-)

Hi maju - I have a few more hours to get things organised - though I have been packed for a week! LOL. I look forward to sharing my photos too.

Thank you - I am looking forward to both places.

Emjay replied to Empress Nasi Goreng’s comment:
Dec 1, 2008
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Thank you.. I have a friend in Scotland and one near the Welsh border - hopefully we can catch up while I am in London. I am not quite going to the areas my Italian neighbours live - they were really helpful with information though - perhaps next time.