The long and winding road
I've seen that road and it leads me here.
Apologies to Gen X & Y as this sentimental baby boomer reminisces about song lyrics from the 70s.
Because of the carnival at Manly this morning, Guy provided directions and advice, in his own very special way.
Using both hands, I think it meant "go that way and then dive under the water", but who knows.
Anyway, most seemed to understand and made it to Shelly for the start.
Amongst them was Adrian. He has been swimming for years but first time making it into the blog.
Ian signing up two of the 32 newbies today.
Bernhard and family.
Claire and friends.
Emma, Michelle and Martin. Today is Michelle's birthday.
Happy Birthday !!!!!!!!
These two guys, Chris and Allen are amazing.
They left Penrith at 4:30 this morning to make it to the swim.
Michael suiting up to blitz me once again.
Nick and David.
Nick is about to become a blogger and will be a welcome addition to our rambling correspondent team.
We are always on the lookout for regular or guest bloggers.
Who and why??????
All good by the time we got to the point.
Anne maintaining control of this wayward group.
After a rousing Happy Birthday to Michelle, she got to call "Let's Go".
She did so with great gusto, the residents of Fairy Bower are still complaining.
Back to Shelly.
3 for the Sea. Lesbubbs and Roz collected rubbish during the swim.
The stars of the Australia Day weekend were Roz, Lainey and all their helpers.
Over $1,000.00 was raised from the cake stall. All proceeds going to "Australians for Women's Health".
The money is going towards building a hospital in one of the poorest areas of Nepal for women and babies.
Stats:
Swimmers: 439
Newbies: 32
Temp: 23.6
Summer 10km swim
The proposed date for the next 10km swim is Saturday 10 February at 7 am.
Swimmers are required to bring their own food/drink requirements which can be left at Manly.
The swim is dependent on suitable ocean/weather conditions.
Remember to be sensible as no badge is worth putting yourself and others in danger
Monthly Dinner – 13th February 2018 – Guest Speakers
The first B&B monthly dinner for the year will be held on Tuesday 13th February at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. The guest speakers on the night will be Dr Ezequiel “Ziggy” Marzinelli and Dr Adriana Verges from the Sydney Institute of Marine Science(SIMS). SIMS, in partnership with Dorset Sutton and Jenny Lim Sutton and the Manly community, propose to undertake Operation Crayweed Manly, a project to restore lost underwater forests in Manly, in particular a type of seaweed called Crayweed, which provides critical habitat for crayfish (Eastern Rock Lobster) and abalone. Ideally the restoration would take place in Cabbage Tree Bay, as an iconic and beloved place under the watchful gaze of a community of custodians who care and love this exceptional marine environment. However this will depend on gaining community support and approval from NSW Department of Primary Industries (Fisheries) due to Cabbage Tree Bay’s status as an Aquatic Reserve. The project team are keen to talk with the B&B community, as people who love and use Cabbage Tree Bay, to hear your thoughts and seek your support for this project.
The cost of the dinner is great value at only $25 a head, which includes shared entrees, and a selection of mains to choose from (including a vegetarian option). Glasses of beer or wine and desserts are also available at the special price of only $5 each. Numbers are limited, so bookings are essential: To avoid disappointment and secure your spot please book HERE.
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