We had what will probably be our last team meeting before we go on our climb.Jimmy could not attend as he was at home in Poland apparently. So again no chance of nailing the final group photo.
Jean-Luc delivered some bad news. Stuart has had to pull out on the grounds of fitness. So we are a man down. All flights and fees have been paid for so the hunt is on to find another team member. If you know of anyone let us know.
I somehow had a instinct from may be our third meeting that we may loose a person before we embarked, but I did not think it would be Stuart. So "The Magnificent Seven" ride !!
We reviewed our preps for the climb, went down the equipment lists, talked about sponsorship, medical supplies, clothes, packing, food/snacks,visa, travel insurances etc....We discussed mobile phone reception, but came to the conclusion that even if we did get a signal we would not want to be in touch with what was going on back home, after all we are trying to get away from it all .. so we will have to keep partners guessing lol... We agreed the time we would meet at Birmingham Airport.I'm conscious I still have a few loose ends to tie up... After the news of Stuart had sunk in, eventually everyone was in a jovial mood, and without exception we couldn't wait to get out there... Half of us are already talking about what the adventure is going to be next year!!
After the meeting Qasim, Indy myself and Dave went across the road to TGI Fridays for a beer. We were nice and chilled by the time we left.
10 Days to go !!!
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