Todays blog title comes to us courtesy of Andrew “Magic Hands” Maher – Named after the first pic where the waves look a little like stairs.
It’s easy to see why he’s number one with the ladies – I wish i could come up with stuff like that.
He just happens to be one of our glorious sponsors as well.. You can find him here:
There was a few nice sets coming through as we gathered …
John even busted out the sunnies…..
Congrats to Peta Bird – the ONLY one of us to be stung by ANYTHING so far this winter….
Stephen just making sure it’s OK… thanks mate.. you really do care 😉
Oh… and I almost forgot to mention… It’s somebody’s birthday today…… and she got new gloves….
There’s something not quite right about this pic though… wonder what it could be……??
Oh right… that’s better ….
Today’s cute section is by Laura and Jazzie who showed up on consecutive days in their onesies…
As the surf built in the background… a Jesus – like figure addressed the disciples and blessed us with the rough water disclaimer….
….and so it was that the faithful began to climb the Stairway to Heaven….
and this morning it was a little bit like running up an escalator that is going down.
Apologies to the 3 or 4 people I bumped into getting out there –
it was interesting close in to the rocky corner- there was a bit of work to be done getting out!
Here’s Stephen showing off again….
Once out though it was all good… we got in to Shelley just in time to sing Happy Birthday to you-know-who….
Here she is with a typical pose – straight out of her portfolio folks…..
And then giving the “Let’s go!”
The waves on the way back were all fun….
The water, however, was a little murky today with all the excitement stirred up by Lesbub’s birthday, so here’s a couple of pics from yesterday’s Eagle ray spectacular…
Stats:
Swimmers: 118
Newbies: 0!
Water: 17.9c
Sunrise: 6:46am
Sunset: 5:15pm
I just want to quickly thank all of you for making the ball such a good night!
We had a great time organising it and it was a lot of fun to put on, so thanks for all the thanks and can’t wait to put the next one together
You can see all of the action from the Ball here ….. just click the image:
The next B&B monthly dinner
The B&B
fun just keeps on rolling with the monthly dinner on 6 August. Come
along for this fun event which is such excellent value. At $20 for two courses, with $5 drinks, $5 desserts and no corkage for BYO wine you won’t regret making the effort. Bluewater also offers a $25 special meal in addition to our standard $20 deal. Bookings are essential so Click here to book early and avoid disappointment. Don’t forget, the next batch of 500 km badges will also be presented on the night.
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. Do read
these excellent tips on staying safe in the surf. To read, or even
download, click here.
20 comments
ros-e
02/08/2013 at 10:49 am
Great photos of this morning’s swim Nick! Now, I MUST turn off my internet and get to work 🙂
lesbubbles
02/08/2013 at 10:50 am
WOW Those photos are amazing Nick! I like the arm/elbow shot heading out and the Wave shots coming back!!
Nick D
02/08/2013 at 11:21 am
Thanks Lesbubs … I like the ones of you at Shelley…
lesbubbles
02/08/2013 at 11:33 am
Thanks to Elaine and Ted for my Special birthday gloves! 🙂
lesbubbles
02/08/2013 at 11:33 am
yeh more silly ones for the collection! 😉
vanessa
02/08/2013 at 12:12 pm
Great wave pictures, and thank you for organising the Ball, we had a great night.
Happy Birthday Lesbubbles!
Elaine de Jager
02/08/2013 at 12:15 pm
You are very welcome birthday girl! Yes, amazing photos Nick. Just love the action shots with that beautiful sky in the background! And thank you again for all The Ball organisation. It was really great!
Slim Dusky
02/08/2013 at 12:20 pm
You’re most welcome Lessbutt Happy Birthday!
Some great shots there Nick.
Nurse J
02/08/2013 at 12:57 pm
Stairway to Heaven!?!
Highway to Hell for me this morning!!
As they say, it’s all in the timing.
I picked up a left behind bag and cossies in the ladies change room this morning, Elisabeth I think they might be yours. I’ll be there tomorrow so will bring them down.
Happy Birthday Lesleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
John S
02/08/2013 at 2:00 pm
Great blog Blogmaster!
Happy Birthday Bubbles.
Michelle Sparkes
02/08/2013 at 2:38 pm
Spectacular photos Nick! love that tubing surf shot…and the eagle ray…gorgeous! okay i’m confused, have been wishing lesbutt a happy birthday since Monday…not that that’s a problem…but it might be nice to know…lesbubbles, if it IS today, rock on girlfriend…you are a star!
Snorkles
02/08/2013 at 2:49 pm
Great sign off shot Nick 😉
John S
02/08/2013 at 2:54 pm
specially the left half!!!!
😉
Renae Fowler
02/08/2013 at 2:59 pm
What an awesome blog today Nick. You are a natural with the Camera.
Nick D
02/08/2013 at 3:09 pm
Thought you’d like that 🙂
Snorkles
02/08/2013 at 3:54 pm
That’s what i was thinking !!!
Little Tiger
02/08/2013 at 7:34 pm
Big Happy Birthday wishes, Lesley. Hope you’ve had a wonderful day.
Love the onesie photos. Snuggly.
Little Sarah aka LSA aka HK Triad Queen
02/08/2013 at 7:48 pm
Fantastic pics – those sunrises are amazing!
Laura & Jazz – love your pics and miss you both. When are you going to start posting bits from your B&B journal? Keep up the blog-tarting:-))
Lesley, glad to see you having such fun on your birthday. Enjoy the rest of the evening too, even if it’s just playing with Kitty:-)
Little Sarah aka LSA aka HK Triad Queen
02/08/2013 at 7:49 pm
Agree! I like both halves:-)
Elizabeth
02/08/2013 at 10:58 pm
Thanks! I will be there tomorrow to get it.