At one stage, we had to protest to our editor. Between the toxins from insect bites suffered, the adrenaline flows that are occurring too often this week, we need a mid-week Sabbath. With the usual rolling of the eyes, she said nonchalantly, “I’ll see what I can do.” Sometimes, we don’t know how to interpret her facial movements and words uttered.
Life on the road has been a thrilling experience. Thus far, as we approach two years since we became mobile, the adventure has exceeded our wildest expectations. We certainly have our share of challenges, difficulties and frustration—that’s part of the blessing of life. However, elation, joy and a sense of upliftment overshadow them easily. One real difficulty we do have is applying for a loan. A few narratives ago we mentioned the concept of ‘borrow and spend’ taught to us by the Feds and Reserve Bank. If nothing else, we are quick learners.
There we were, sitting in the bank manager’s office discussing our need to spend in terms of government policy. In order to do that, of course, we have to borrow. When we came to the part of the form that stated ‘if you have lived in your present address for less than two years,’ complete part C, listing every accommodation dwelt in during this period. We asked the manager for more sheets of paper. With a puzzled frown he asked, “How many homes have you lived in during this period?” “Approximately 200,” we replied. The summary escort from the bank is a mystery to us. It appears government policy is not that easy to implement.
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
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