Travels

The day has come, travelling is imminent however for some reason it still does not feel real. I went by my day as I usually would, breakfast and a bit of Duolingo followed by the gym – the only difference was when I got home I had to pack, perhaps something I should have done the days before, I’m sure if it wasn’t for the help from my brother then I’d still be packing now.

On the way to the airport I was certain that it was all going to hit me, but not still relaxed. Parked up in Terminal 4 few snaps and off we went, dropped bags off and had the last bit of “scran” and a Guinness and it was time to go through the gates of no return. Mum bless her did a great job not to crumble, everyone held it together and I walked through with my head held high – I’ll miss them all so much but they are only a phone call away.

Straight through to my gate, boarding was smooth I also had a great seat as the plane was half full so lots of leg room! Everything set to be perfect until we were told the plane was delayed by about an hour, nothing can ever be perfect.

It was when the pilot announced “prepare for take off” phone switch to aeroplane and seatbelts fastened, that’s when it all hit me. Watching out the window as I leave the UK behind, all I could think about is what Danny Dyer was saying “fuck, what have I got myself into” so many thoughts crossed my mind – surely I can’t use the excuse that a family member has passed to cabin crew to turn this plane around this time can I? I had to pinch myself and shape up – this is an amazing opportunity and I should be proud that I’ve embarked on this adventure.

When the seatbelt signs came off and I released the buckle the stress also seemed to leave my body.. and relax – we off and that little wobble was only temporary and thankfully lasted only a whole 5 minutes – whiskeys were flowing – I had free WiFi, bit of journaling and even spoke to a couple of people. That one guy mum was pointing at in the queue during bag drop off, Joe, 35 from Bristol alright fella and then also met Jay, 21 from Liverpool and funny enough same hostel as me! Sure I’ll be bumping into him from time to time.

Landed safely in Doha and by the way, what an airport it’s like a shopping mall! However we were told that due to the delay from Heathrow, we would miss our connecting flight so we were given a flight for the next day… great!