I literally have nothing to contribute today ! not ideal as I’m supposed to be writing the blog, but at least I showed up (please refer to previous blog re. the 80% of life rule) … which is more than what the communal camera did ! … the swim starts at 7am Elaine !! … how many times !! 😉
So, I arrived this morning at the crack of, well, Bruce !
I wasn’t sure whether to wolf-whistle or park my bike ! I did think about inserting a 50c to see what would happen but it was already moving around quite a lot and I didn’t have any change … chances are would never see that 50c or Bruce again.
My next thought was for the Waikiki tourist board. Do they know about the bum deal their beautiful piece of the world is getting ? or does Brucey get some cracking discounts on Jetstar for putting these on ?? … the jury is split on this one.
Back to the swim, or well, at least my foot. This one is going in the “hint and tips” folder for new bloggers:
Somebody reached their 1000k’s today – allegedly. I keep telling management the swim-log system is massivley floored but if you’re not going to fix it … well … then you’re asking for it to be flouted
When Lainey did eventually decide to show up, she, as always, put in a heroic effort on my part, and I have to give credit to the amazing machine that she is for the rest of this post. Thanks Lainey xx
This is what really happened:
Congratulations on YOUR 100k Sarah ! awesome achievement ! 🙂
And I can’t leave without a special metion to the little lady pictured at Shelly, who at 9 years of age (I think) went you through the waves this morning !! Wow !!
Such a fun and inclusive group that we are, I fully anticpiate waking up to a horse head on my pillow tomorrow morning because of my late submission. My phone is on fire with calls from Head Office and B&B mafia as I type. Honestly, not even Anna Wintour has to deal with this sh*t !! 😉
Enjoy whats left of the weekend ! So glad I waited for the clouds to appear before I started this 🙂
Jonesy (but mostly Lainey-loo)
STATS:
Swimmers: 240
Newbies: 22
Water temp: 20.7degrees
BOTTOM OF THE BLOG:
The B & B Christmas Party is on Tuesday 9th December at 6.30 pm in the Moonshine Bar (2nd Floor) at the Steyne Hotel. All swimmers and partners/friends are welcome. The theme this year is simply “Christmas“. So come dressed in your finest Christmas paraphernalia. There is no need to be shy, as we will have the whole bar to ourselves. The Steyne will provide finger food and pizza, with drinks at bar prices. Lots of fun and dancing guaranteed, with music by our own band “The Troubadors“, who have generously agreed to perform free of charge for us on the night. The cost is $10 per head, with all proceeds going to the running costs of the B&B. Our charity partner, the Royal Far West Children’s Home, will also be running a monster raffle on the night, so please come prepared to support them. Bookings are essential. Book HEREnow! Don’t miss this fun event, numbers are limited.
On sale NOW!!
The B&B Calendar is the perfect item for the ‘hard to buy for’ person in your life. You can pick one up at the swim from Ian (cash only), or online – Click here – with an option to have it posted or collected from Ian.
Summer Swims
It is that time again! 007, or Mr November 2015, has announced the proposed date for the first summer 10K swim challenge is Saturday 13 December 2014. He needs a few volunteers to help as support crew. the 6km swims start next Saturday and run each Saturday in Summer. Watch this space for updates.
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.
14 comments
Lainey
30/11/2014 at 4:32 pm
You do realise you wrote congrats on our 100 km Sarah don’t you Jonesy! You really suite the sash, crown and flowers you must get swimming! fun blog!
Jones
30/11/2014 at 4:43 pm
Nooooo !!! It was definitely meant to be 1000k !! Sorry LSA !! my bad !! … xx
ros ex
30/11/2014 at 4:48 pm
Gold, Joney, pure Gold!
Elizabeth
30/11/2014 at 4:56 pm
Congrats sarah! And by the way did anyone get a photo of the 200 foot high (my rough estimate) wave the point today at 658am?
LSA aka HKTQ aka 1000K!
30/11/2014 at 4:56 pm
1 or 100 or 1000K….just another swim and probably more of an achievement for those doing their first K in the group!
Still, really fantastic morning celebrting and thank you all for making it so very special:) Very touching indeed.
Thx for the footnote and for warming up the sash, Jonesy:)) You can do it too!!
Jane
30/11/2014 at 5:02 pm
My mask and snorkel were whipped off me at the point today. In the vain hope that anyone found them, the mask has a black fabric Manly Dive Centre headband. And Peter Ley has asked me to report that the same happened to his light blue swim goggles. The Steyne Triangle claims more victims!
Mary
30/11/2014 at 5:27 pm
Cracking blog Ms Jones. Must say you do look splendid in the queenly regalia.
Bill McHelpMeGod
30/11/2014 at 5:33 pm
Went out through the surf as usual (be kind) but as unusual a couple of really big waves bowled me over.
Came back up got my breath and another couple hit me, big ones …………. like pipeline curling over.
Repeat 3 or 4 times until there is a lot of sea water in stomach and some in lungs and raised heart rate and start thinking, “Hello Grandson Ben, Goodbye Grand Dude Bill”
Turned back, got to the shallow end ….. the beach….. coughed up water, belched up water, staggered up to the warm, dry sand thinking about Life, The Universe and Everything. Like a shipwrecked sailor in the movies.
Another swimmer said, “Jeezus ! That was refreshing, I reckon I had sea water in every orifice !!!”
I’ll stick to the benches …………..swimming is for the birds, the fishes… wotevah !
Bill McHelpMeGod
30/11/2014 at 5:34 pm
Great effort to Little Sarah in swimming and baking ……….delicious !
Lips
30/11/2014 at 5:37 pm
Spelling mistakes, someone else’s photos, late submission.. and I could swear you smelled of booze this morning. Love your style Jones!! Sunday blogging as it ought to be..
Congrats on your 100km Sarah!!!
margot
30/11/2014 at 6:22 pm
Wow what achievements all round. This long distance visitor is always so impressed with what goes on here! Thanks DWSS and your lovely wife for swimming with us not-so-confidant swimmers. It was the first time I didn’t feel too tired thanks to your coaching. And thanks to you Lainey Loo for your nutty/seedy thingies. YUM! And I learnt a new adjective: the surf was described as “setty”. Interesting. Have a good week, B & B!
Pacific Jules
30/11/2014 at 11:58 pm
Super duper Congratulations LSA 🙂
DWSS
01/12/2014 at 7:11 am
Super job Jonesy.
Congratulations on your 100k Sarah. Living legend.
I didn’t get to Shelly in time to hear your speach.
I hope that wonderful husband was mentioned for those endless km of company he kept you.
A tribute to the forefathers would also be good. I.e. Pythagoras for setting up the course. 🙂
I must say, it was an honor to stand between yourself and Nick. Company of greats!
Congratulations.
DWSS
01/12/2014 at 7:13 am
Pleasure meeting you Margo.