Got here a little early after an epic trip. Have now well and truly learned my lesson about doing any trip in London on a Sunday and risking the dreaded rail replacement service.
I was looking forward to relaxing in comfort on the Dutchflyer from Liverpool Street to Harwich International, but ended up having to settle for getting here via the Central Line packed with West Ham fans, a double-decker bus with lager cans rolling down the steps to Shenfield, train to Manningtree (ok-ish) and the last few stops to Harwich International and the ferry, at last.
I’ve had a few messages from people telling about the Lagottos at Crufts on the TV tonight. Turns out the ferry is full of show dogs going back home. There are a lot of seriously well-groomed pooches on the boat.
The train journey here was so bad I didn’t have the heart to put Lottie in the kennels down in the bilges so upgraded to a dog-friendly cabin. We’re installed in a palatial pad with a sea view now. Lottie’s out for the count after a long day and I’m heading to the bar 🍻🍺
In other news, I’ve been talking to Sasha, a former AirBnB guest from Ukraine who I’ve stayed in touch with, and am hoping to sponsor her to stay at my place in Cardiff now the visa rules have been relaxed.
2022 and all that 
Hope you have a great time ❤️ How long are you going for? Are you going to Italy 🇮🇹? Xx
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