Well that was entertaining!
Sort of makes you want to chuck it all in and head bush.
Thanks for the story Peter, had everything;
Travel, technology, binoculars, Auto-erotica, knowledge, passion, "consolations??" and Suzy Screws (my favourite...

.!)
Good luck with the purchase, I recommend a 10" Dob, either a bintel one or a collapsible Skywatcher which are fantastic. Why 10" and not 12": size vs cost vs performance. Not much visual difference (IMO) between the 10 and the 12 but a bit easier on the back and the wallet.
Thanks for posting, don't be shy. Y'all come back now....y'hear????
I will leave you with this timeless quote when thinking about being caught out at the back of the car...............
"BUGGER" !?!
Cheers
Chris
Ps. - Nice pic "Captain" Kirk