Perfect swimming conditions, flat and warm water from the point all the way to Shelly, and I counted only a small group of 7 hard core doublers after the regular swim this morning. Where has the rest of you been today (John, Richard, Dorset, Alanna, Claire, Ann, Robyn, the German guy with the yellow cap)? Have I praised you too much in my last blog that you think you can now relax and rest on your laureates?
Never mind. I still do owe some apologies from the last blog:
to Lesbubbles: for exposing you to undue criticism and sarcasm from some insensitive and apparently ignorant fellow swimmers, after I described you as "young (from my perspective) and charming (how can anybody not agree when looking at this photo?)"
to Robyn: for not including you in the portrait gallery. No excuses for me, I simply missed out last time, but you were a no-show today, so sorry, no photo once again. But no need to threaten me with not letting me getting past you on the PC, I will have a couple of forced breaks from swimming for work travel reasons in the next weeks, so enjoy your swimming without any pressure.
Now to today's action:
6am: still pitch dark, a couple of fearless swimmers, but too dark to get any good photos
6.30am: The boss with his followers
You've done an excellent job, look at the crowd of followers, nearly as big as the regular group (can you spot the green cap - first warning for breach of B&B dress code)
Meanwhile, in front of the surf club, some warming up hugs
curiously observed by lovely Jane
some newbies (what a nice family photo), waiting for the big moment
John Bond, diligently carrying out his duties
Some interesting action on the beach. I haven't worked out whether this is fitness exercise or more like match making prelude
What is your verdict?
Integrity police checking if everything is ok before the "let's go" (correct swim outfit, no secret plan hatching for shortcuts and the like)
Then the swim.
Initially, I wanted to title today's blog "Finally - a Lips free blog", but then, just when I was about to get the perfect photo, Lips appeared out of blue, spoiled the party and my plans
Look at the joy on Ian's face. Is it the flow on effect from the fitness exercise (or match m...), or is he just enjoying getting into the water
At the point: actual visibility was much better than the photo is suggesting
and the after swim, socialising with coffee (Mike, John, Andrew & Meagan)
That's it, have a nice day.
Bernhard
The Stats
Regulars: waiting for final numbers, but I guess a lot (judging by the 6.30am crew)
Newbies: a handful
Water: 22.7
I don't really mind whether you like my blog and read it to the end, but what follows now is important staff, so you better read it all
Help the Surf Boat Girls
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To help with your heart health, Manly Beach Health Club, in conjunction with REDFEB is offering B&B members a free 30 min Personal Training session. This is a limited offer, so to find out how to take advantage of the offer, click HERE.
Staying safe Remember that there are no badges for scaring yourself silly! While it is great to extend your boundaries, it is important to know your limits. Also, if you have a bit more experience, keep an eye out for new swimmers who might need company. Do read these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even download, click here
REDFEB
Our REDFEB swim last Saturday raised $301 for Heart Research Australia. With $1300 of our $3000 commitment raised - and one more week to go - there's more work to be done! Please donate HERE.
B&B Monthly Dinner The first B&B monthly dinner for the year will be held on Tuesday 10th March at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant, and will include an exclusive wine tasting for B&B members and their friends. Bluewater Restaurant and Fesq Fine Wine Distributors have combined to provide a fabulous meal with four excellent wines to taste during the evening. Ryan, a wine specialist from Fesq, will be on hand to explain the subtleties of each wine.
The cost of the dinner is great value at only $30 a head, which includes the wine plus shared entrees, and a selection of mains to choose from (including a vegetarian option). Glasses of beer or (additional) wine and desserts are also available at the special price of only $5 each. Numbers are limited, so bookings are essential: These dinners are very popular and a lot of fun, they are a great way to socialise looking half decent with your fellow B&B's but they sell out fast so book your spot by click HERE
Summer Swims
The last 6km and 10km swims are scheduled for Saturday 7 March, 2015, starting at 7am.
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