Kevnjan's new adventure.

Mon. 29th. Oct. Yesterday, Sunday, we awoke to brilliantly clear blue skies, the like of which you only see in the mountains. Unfortunately, the van was covered in frost, and it was freezing. I had to get out of bed at 6 am and put the electric fire on. As the morning went on, the day became sunny and warm. We took a walk along a rough track down to the lakeside. It was a memorable walk and although down a steep hill, thoroughly enjoyable. Unfortunately the path ran out and we had to go back but by then it was lunch time so it was probably just as well. The afternoon was warm enough to sit out and enjoy the sun. Flies still a nuisance but learning to live with them. Killed about 20, new personal best!! Evening turned cool again, we were glad of the hook up and put the fire on. Another frost overnight, just like England. After some housework we set off for Cuenca. The journey was a real pleasure, over the rolling plains and stunning countryside of Castilla La Mancha. The roads were quiet and well maintained, a treat to drive. We arrived in Cuenca around 2pm and had fun driving around the centre, getting stuck in one way systems and getting into narrow streets we had no right being in. A girl at the local Repsol petrol station told us we could park overnight in a car park at the top of the old town. We are now thousands of feet above sea level, overlooking a magical historical town, perched on the edge of 2 gorges. Our views are spectacular and the lights of the town are just coming on. It’s magical, we’re so lucky. We had a drink in a nearby restaurant and the food looked so good we’re going back to eat in a minute. My phone is out of credit and the only Tabac is shut so I can’t get online to post this tonight. You’ll have to wait until tomorrow. Tues. Dined in local cafe, had local delicacies, game pate, pork cubes in tomato and peppers and lamb chops. Was OK, at least it was local cuisine. Couple of glasses of Tempranillo washed it down. Poor Jan had some ‘cheesecake’ which was a bit odd. Spent quiet night, cold again though and awoke to cloudy skies. After sorting out the phones we left Cuenca and headed for Madrid. The journey was painless, and quick, the scenery was fine although constant rain spoiled the views. We are currently on a campsite about 8ks outside the city listening to rain banging on the roof. I think we will stay in the warm and the dry for the rest of the day and head into Madrid early tomorrow when the forecast is good. Can’t get over how cool it is. Hope the weather is warmer further south. Big day tomorrow, looking forward to the big city. To all our American friends, stay safe, you too Ruth.