A LOT has changed since I started swimming with BnB February 2011….so i thought of a short “remember when” segment to start the blog…
Remember when….
Lips wore speedos.. argh my eyes!!
Storchy was pale and hairy!
Half way had a BEACH!!
Brad looked like this!*
*’before’ Lucy
Ian and John (“Management”) .. were just a couple of young trouble-maker lads!
And now to present day and the reason we all know each other..
The Swim..
Bit colder and grey today… but still magnificent!
Even puppy is cold!
Shaun (below) helping out today greeting newbies. He does a great job welcoming new people.. and a stickler for the rules…I overheard him telling one new person “you cannot tick if you don’t make it all the way to Shelly”… good one Shaun!
He is also known on the blog as DWSS…. check out his thoughtful intelligent comments…(below his photo are some of his best ones..)
Meet English John. Has swum 4 times since he started this week. He wears his Australia t-shirt and shorts so everyone will think he’s an Aussie.. he wants to blend in… 😉
Next to John is another newbie Caroline – today was her 2nd swim and on her very first one she struggled a bit near half way with ‘yellow shed notmovingness’ – ie, she didn’t seemed to moved past it no matter how long she swam (similar to North Steyne Surf Club notbloodymoving-ness on the bolderdash)….anyway she thought she was caught in a rip of sorts and a ‘lovely South African named Lucy’ came to her rescue and lent Caroline her flippers!
Millie is always so happy to see me…
Despite the ‘cold’ conditions lots of people turned up!
Even Lips graced us with HRH Presence…
Arriving at Shelly.. damn it always looks like this when i get there!!
“underwater A team shot”
Always fun to spot yourself on the blog…
Richard and Charl….although something feels very odd about the picture..?
It’s been a while since blogging….trying to figure out the camera..
…here we go..
Nice smiles from Millie and Brad 😀
That’s all folks…
If you missed the video I made and showed at the Christmas party – here it is again!
CLICK HERE FOR DANCING BNB’ers
B&B Notice Board
2016 Calendars
The 2016 B&B calendars are now on sale. Get your copy from Ian any day at the swim, or order online HERE. They make a great Christmas gift for family and friends, here or overseas. This year the calendars are even more impressive in a larger A3 format, all for the same cost as last year – just $15 each.
Parking
B&B members do not have permission to park in any car spot or bay that belongs to the surf club. Please adhere to this rule. There is plenty of parking in the Council car park at no charge to you.
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.
11 comments
Lainey
13/12/2015 at 1:37 pm
That underwater A Team shot is brill! Love the theme and old photos too Lesbubbs. Great to have you back blogging!
Lips
13/12/2015 at 1:45 pm
Haha! Great trip down memory lane Bubbles!
Gosh i look hot in that first photo. Note to self: must start wearing speedos again.
Shelly
13/12/2015 at 1:52 pm
Nice Job Bubs, love your video.
I noticed that DWSS complaint’s were 2 out of 3 were about my blog Ha ha.
Love you all & a merry Christmas, I’m going away over Xmas/New year.
Shelly
xoxoxo
Lucy
13/12/2015 at 2:09 pm
HAHAHAHA love it, Lesbutt!! How did you get that shot of Brad on our wedding day?! Caroline is lovely and smashed the swim today … and I hear Forster is a beautiful little town in South Africa!! Loved the reminiscing but wish that seedy, transparent rashie didn’t make it back onto the distinguished pages of the blog!! xx
Elizabeth
13/12/2015 at 3:23 pm
That dancing video is the tops. What talented dancers and also talented filming! A film to enjoy over and over
Snorkles
13/12/2015 at 4:20 pm
Please don’t wear that white rash best again …..
Snorkles
13/12/2015 at 4:21 pm
Great photos there Lesbubbles, glad you got the hang of the camera eventually – sadly no shots really worthy of the calendar this time!!
Classic DWSS quotes!
Fantastic video!!!!
Olefin
13/12/2015 at 7:25 pm
A video from from today’s swim
https://youtu.be/grIr7AUVtOM
DWSS
13/12/2015 at 7:37 pm
No comment!
🙂
DWSS
13/12/2015 at 7:39 pm
On a serious note- if anyone lost an underwater watch today, there was one on the ground under the hooks when everyone had left.
It is safe – See me or message me.
Shaun
Lainey aka E-laine
14/12/2015 at 6:32 pm
Thanks Olefin. Love the drone videos.