We’ve come a long way since May 02, 2020 – today’s sunrise may be just as stunning as year ago. But busy restaurants and the happy buzz of Manly food and wine festival today make us appreciate the contrasts to the lockdown back then.
Above:
Air temp at 7am: 16 degrees
Water: 20.2 degrees
Swimmers: 131
Above: A year ago the gulls were in serious need of a chip because all restaurants were in lockdown. Now are feathered friends are ready to swoop down on any snack on the beachfront.
Above: Jo and Suzi loving a return of these Sundays where the community vibe is strong.
Above: Damien, Nicky and Elizabeth. Elizabeth was enthusiastic as ever about her swim despite being jimbled yesterday.
Above: John and Paul – John recently clocked up the big 4000 recently, Paul wished he had done a double instead of a single in these perfect conditions.
Above: Matt, Ed and Herman – what can be better than a Sunday swim?
Above: Fantastic that Phil is back to swimming after a severe leg injury in a mountain biking accident on the Six Foot Track near Katoomba where he had to use his bike as a crutch to get out of the gorge.
Above: Sinead and Jen. Jen looks back on the past year as one where we have begun to realise the value of our freedom.
Above: Greg and Rusty. Rusty says the past year’s pandemic disruptions allowed him to focus more on family and community.
Above: Allan is back to making a regular trip to B&B from Berowa for his morning swim.
Remember those battling in other regions as you enjoy the beauty of our ocean.
Stay safe and healthy and remember it ain’t over till it’s over.
Oosty
Notices:
The next B&B monthly dinner for the year will be held on Tuesday 11th May at 6.30 pm at Bluewater Restaurant. Our speaker for the night is a regular B&B swimmer whose identity will remain a mystery until the night. From his position as a high flying international corporate executive, we will follow his journey to homelessness as a result of a declining mental health. We are all touched by mental health issues, whether in ourselves, family and friends or just those we see on the streets of Manly. This really is a tale of courage and perseverance. You probably see our speaker most mornings at the beach and would never guess how important this morning ritual of exercise, friendship and community involvement has contributed to his recovery and ongoing happiness.
The cost of the dinner is great value at only $30 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 (please note, NO BYO). Bookings are essential, so to avoid disappointment and secure your spot please book at www.boldandbeautifulmanly.
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