Mornin’ all. MEFF inner westies here. Fi1 has excelled this week with an ambitious Paul Kelly tribute. But first, the intro bits. Lovely cold winter morning – 4 degrees, water was 16.6. Swimmers: quite a few, newbies – don’t think so.
Songs matched to the text and photos. Here we go!
He was more than just one man, he could take on any side
So much water so close to home
(Everything’s turning to white) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUDDupvN9Dw
Came in on a Sunday, every muscle aching, walking in slow motion, like he’d just been hit
Jumping over the ripples looking way out to sea
Deeper water, deeper water, deeper water, calling him (them) on,
But he (they) keep coming back like a cork on a tide
From little things big things grow
Indeed – thanks to Jules for our B&B treat every day…
And more people who sang and swam with us today below….
(My fab blog team Fi1, Fi2 and Mickey).
TTFN.
End of blog bits
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.
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7 comments
JeffwithaJ
19/07/2015 at 1:02 pm
Loved the Paul Kelly lyrics. Great blog, thanks.
Elizabeth
19/07/2015 at 2:18 pm
Lovely blog thanks inner westies. I am a jimble magnet. Everyday as I eventually get to the point tens come out to greet me. They are just awful
Lainey aka E-laine
19/07/2015 at 2:26 pm
Love that photo of the sun forcing it’s way out beneath the cloud at The Point! I am so lucky I never get jimbles but I think it’s because I go really close to the rocks (looking for fishes.) Happy Sunday folks!
Lainey aka E-laine
19/07/2015 at 2:28 pm
We are in the Sunday Telegraph today, yay!
Shelly
19/07/2015 at 3:10 pm
Did anyone pick up a pair of steamer pants on Saturday ?
Bright orange flash down either side.
Love you all
Shelly
xoxoxo
Beach Clean-up Kid
19/07/2015 at 3:59 pm
Ian has them, Shelly. But they don’t look like they’re your size.
Mauricio
19/07/2015 at 5:58 pm
There has been reports that Silky the dolphin was back in the bay yesterday. Any sightings from the group?