Yes, that’s right, as the Eurovision is blasting into our lounges, I joined 116 others and swam instead of listening to singers and casting votes with family members this morning.
We have so many nations supporting our B&B group, we could almost set up our own Eurovision contest.
Being away for 3.5 weeks, I was keen to get back and hear / see what’s changed ……or not.
The waves were back today, but not as big as yesterday.
6:45am and there are a few gathering.
No change – John Bond takes the temperature on a daily basis. A cosy 19.7 this morning.
Change – a fun run, heading to Shelly beach.
No change – waves and frivolity.
No Change – swimmers caught posing …..
No change – more arty shots.
No change – Let’s go……..
No change – the cuttlefish, ever present this time of year.
No change – post swim catch up, laughs, banana bread and Sterling posing.
Have a great Sunday everyone, enjoy the fact that we don’t change – B&B swimmers are here 365 days a year.
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.
The Stats
Regulars: 116
Newbies: 1 – welcome
Temp: 19.7
Sunrise: 6.47am
Sunset: 4.56pm
Signing off: Snorkles
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18 comments
Jane
24/05/2015 at 11:53 am
While warming my hands at the heater outside Whitewater this morning I was chatting to today’s only Newbie – Aki,from Tokyo, doing the same thing. There is a great pic of him in the Blog – someone should tell him so he can keep it as a memento of today (I won’t be swimming tomorrow).
Today I found some goggles left under the tree: black/dark grey Speedos. I’ll bring them on Tuesday.
Jane
24/05/2015 at 11:57 am
Another triumph for B&B photographers: Mark at the OzMus has added Nick’s 2 great pics of Flutemouths to the website:
http://australianmuseum.net.au/image/rough-flutemouths-in-cabbage-tree-bay
http://australianmuseum.net.au/image/rough-flutemouth-fistualria-petimba
He says: “While I can’t be 100% sure, I think that your two flutemouth shots show the Rough Flutemouth, Fistularia petimba. Thank you as always.”
Jane
24/05/2015 at 12:18 pm
Did anyone pick up Sparkles’s grey B&B hoodie this morning? She left it on the bench to the left of the Surf Club and it was gone when she returned after the swim. It has her awesome collection of badges on it – unmistakeable!
Jane
24/05/2015 at 12:20 pm
4 posts! Never done that before. Can we have the link to book in for the next B&B Dinner with the wonderful Annie as guest speaker?
roger
24/05/2015 at 12:40 pm
That first photo is a cracker! Good work 🙂
Annie
24/05/2015 at 12:53 pm
Hi Jane, Yes I’m not sure why the Tues monthly dinner information on the speaker (me!) and link not in the blog. Hopefully from tomorrow it will be. (Snorkles did JK give you the info or do bloggers just copy from B&B website?) I can email the bloggers to give the blurb if the bloggers need.
Here is the link to the B&B website to book:
http://www.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/bb-bluewater-monthly-dinner.html
Annie x
Annie (again)
24/05/2015 at 1:04 pm
Oh and of course, welcome back Snorkles!
Michsparkes@gmail.com
24/05/2015 at 1:27 pm
Hi y’all, did anyone pick up or see my bnb hoodie grey jacket with prized (500 and 1000kmm) and various other) badges and keys in pocket??? Please return or call me on 0419637188. Really need my bnb jacket these cold autumn mornings. Was with my towel and other clothes under seat near shower.
Huge thx for return, Sparkles aka Michelle Soarkes
Michsparkes@gmail.com
24/05/2015 at 1:28 pm
Oh bless you jane…I am postponing mourning and staying hopeful….thanx all…
Mary
24/05/2015 at 2:59 pm
Annie, you did get a mention yesterday. As Jules only updated the website this morning I couldn’t post a link…
Annie
24/05/2015 at 3:23 pm
Ok great 🙂
Lips
24/05/2015 at 4:32 pm
Welcome back Snorks!
Thanks for leaving your Eurovision Party to write today’s blog. True dedication.
Lea Dawson
24/05/2015 at 5:37 pm
Yes I met Aki this morning he seemed to be enjoying the swim at beginning and end. We are in the photo on blog together. Does anyone keep lost property for B and B? I lost a fluffy grey wooly cap thing this morning and left my blue and yellow fins last week.
Thanks Lea
Snorkles
24/05/2015 at 6:56 pm
Yes Jane -he asked to be in the blog – lovely when people want to join in
Snorkles
24/05/2015 at 6:58 pm
Hi Annie -yep there were a myriad of emails about the bottom of the blog, but I just needed to get it out ASAP this morning.
Not sure when your dinner is, etc – being away not totally on top of it all yet!
Getting the blog out was my no.1 priority – good work on the link.
Snorkles
24/05/2015 at 7:00 pm
Hey Lea, generally articles are usually handed in to one of the main regulars. Perhaps ask the person taking photos of newbies if they can point out someone to help you during the week
The Submarine
25/05/2015 at 9:22 am
why is John taking the temperature of the wall?
Lea Dawson
25/05/2015 at 6:39 pm
Thanks Snorkles. Only done 4 swims. Will try to get there on weekend.