The 5th September , which coincides with Danny’s 24th Birthday, is the 40th anniversary of my working life. Absolutely no complaints, but it does not feel like 40 years. My 16year old self had no vision of my career ahead, but I think I overachieved my expectations. On that September morning I cycled down to Shell Haven Oil refinery, to start my apprenticeship as an Instrument mechanic, which was the start of my career in Technology and the path to working with some of Silicon Valleys fastest growing technology companies. The Internet was still unknown, but it would prove to have the greatest influence on my future career.
Without Shell, I would not have met Janice and ultimately see our two boys grow and set out on their own life journey,
So what next? It is time for some “us” time. Janice and I are going travelling; India, Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore and Bali. Not quite back packing, but there are similarities.
We leave on the 30th October. All planned, well nearly. First stop New Delhi and the golden triangle (Jaipur, Agra and back to New Delhi) . Then head to Hanoi in Vietnam, travelling down to Ho Chi Minh, followed by travelling around Cambodia. From Cambodia to Singapore, to catch up with friends, finishing with some relaxation in Bali. Travelling back home via New Delhi for Christmas.
This is our blog, to plot our journey and help us remember where we have been, plus share a little with family and friends. We hope you will enjoy reading it.
