We took Nessie along to Barnstaple and got her first service done at Western Truck Rentals (Mercedes Dealership).

She was not even due for a service but we figured that we are planning a lot of miles and we wanted to make sure everything was ship -shape. The staff at the garage were very obliging and donated a Mercedes Survival Kit to us - which includes the necessary -filters, brakes etc. This gesture was very much appreciated and we would like to say 'Thankyou.'

Our next service could well be in Australia -along with a new set of tyres - all 6 of them!

During the last few weeks the Devon Air Ambulance Headquarters have announced a press release - which is available to read as a link from our home page. As we have indicated that we would like to raise money to help this crucial service remain operational - we have had several media telephones call and interviews about our imminent adventure. Phil has begun the trend with an 'over the phone' interview for BBC Radio Devon - followed closely by myself being interviewed for Radio Lantern.

Next was a nerve -racking, early morning trip, to Exeter for a LIVE interview on the Breakfast Show with Matt Woodley - on BBC Radio Devon. After the nerves calmed - this was actually an enjoyable experience!

The Western Morning News published an article on Wednesday this week (2/7/08) - and this is available to view from their website (www.westernmorningnews.co.uk ) - and by putting into the web search 'Devon Air Ambulance - fundraising'. A long list of articles should appear and the 'Mckenzie World Trip' should be one of them to view.

And finally -TODAY! (4/7/08) -We took Nessie up to Pyworthy Primary School for a 'Show and Tell' session!!  Our children took great pleasure in showing Nessie to all of their school friends- the biggest hit being the reversing camera - with lots of children stood waving behind Nessie - so they could be on TV !! 

Phil also took the opportunity to speak to our local vicar and asked if it would be possible to give Nessie a Blessing before we leave - as all help for a safe journey will be gratefully received. This has been booked in to happen on Sunday 13th July at 4pm -THE DAY BEFORE WE LEAVE !!

And if that wasn't enough adventure for today - we had to hurry home to prepare for Kev and Paul's arrival at 2pm. They came once more from BBC Radio Devon and are the 'Late Show Presenters'. They came to our house and had an informal chat. Ben was making microphones from anything he could find which vaguely resembled one!

We began the chat indoors and then walked outside to have a guided tour of Nessie.......... Keep your ears peeled on Tuesday night (8/7/08) as we will be on air some time during this Late Show.............Once again many thanks for your interest.............

P.S - If you haven't already done so  - please keep those donations rolling - to the DEVON AIR AMBULANCE - THANKYOU.

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