Wednesday - Jelly Wrestling today after yesterdays underwater volleyball....
Water temperature: 21.8
Air temperature: 18.2
Conditions: smooth … like smooth jelly … oh I mean it was full of jelly
Vibe: “swim to the first jellyfish & turn back”
A few fun facts about Jellyfish (thanks National Geographic!)
- They have been around for gazillions of years, even before dinosaurs!
- they have NO brain, heart, bones or eyes... goes to show that these organs may not be particularly necessary for survival.... (i will let you make your own additional analogies ...)
- BUT they are asexual (both male and female) - they reproduce by releasing eggs which are fertilised in the water - sorry Lainey no mating activity for you (ha ha)
- their mouth is at the centre of their body, and where they not only eat but spew "waste" , and spurt water for propulsion... so steer clear of a jellyfish rear when its moving!
- they only live for about a year - so they need to make the most of terrorising swimmers!
- they love eating fish, shrimp, crabs & tiny marine plants
- they provide a tasty meal for turtles (where are our resident turtles?)
- a group of jellyfish is known as a "bloom" or a "swarm" or a "smack" (which is what it feels like to swim into one!)
There's a kids counting song about jellyfish- some of you may know it:
"[Five] [swimmers] swimming in the sea,
teasing Mr Jellyfish, "cant catch me"
along comes Mr Jellyfish, Quiet as can be
"Zap" - "drats- you've now got me!" (Ok i made up those words ha ha)
...Four [swimmers] swimming in the sea..." (you get the picture)...
Seems like a daily occurrence - who was Zapped or smacked today?
Sensible Susie wore a rashie & hit at least 15 (with Wally who didn’t hit anything)
Chris & luke - described as surreal, they had to stop with no way out … luke “walked” in them.. he saw 50 & Smacked by 30. They said that Out wide is good … a “covid of jelly’s”.. power in numbers.
Ewen & a jelly “kiss” - saw 30 hit by 2 swimming north and in the bay … guy said one was like hitting a horse ..
Genevieve & Louise - went north & one sting … red arm … Genevieve has a lovely “kiss” on her arm
Alison & tony … went north saw a few but no smacks saw an eagle ray …
Leah - went wide clear saw a few & eagle rays .. not many jellies
Camilla, Henrietta, dale, glen .. lots of jellies! … glen wrestled jellies on his ear ! Henrietta wisely wore body armour
David & Kirstie .. David’s kiss from Monday … today they were surrounded by jellies & stopped in tracks ! Wrestled their way out ..
Olivia & Elanora visiting from Denmark .. swam north not many jellies .. oli bumped into one jelly … Ronnie is going for a surf - leaving wrestling jellies for the girls… chivalry is alive and well !
Have a wonderful Wednesday - stay safe, stay kind, look after and out for each other,
Jocelyn
Announcement:
B&B monthly dinner - it will be a good one - a few episodes of Yes Prime Minister or Utopia will prepare you well!
Tuesday 10th May 2022
The speaker at our next monthly dinner, to be held on Tuesday May 10th at Bluewater Café at 6.30 pm, will be one of our swimmers, Ranya Alkadamani. Ranya, whose career as a political media adviser involved traveling the world with a former foreign minister, will take us behind the scenes of the dark art of political electioneering. These advisors, professional guns for hire who sell their skills to the highest bidder, are a strong determinant on who we vote for. Sometimes more Yes Prime Minister than West Wing, this insight into the secrets of political manoeuvring will be totally enlightening and entertaining. So, forget about the Federal election, open your mind and park your politics at the door.
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 HERE.
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