Wednesday 15/02/2017 Simply Superb

Spectacular…..Spellbinding…..Serene….Sensational….Stunning Sunrise!

I couldn’t choose which adjective to best describe the beautiful morning, so you have them all! It was perfect. I will try and detail the highlights  to the best of my ability, for those unfortunate swimmers who couldn’t make the swim this morning.

It was a very comfortable 22.7 in the water which was  smooth and glassy. Visibility wasn’t 100% but still good enough to see an abundance of amazing fish. Why would you go to an aquarium when you have this amazing experience at our shore line. And its FREE!! The sunrise produced a burst of bright, red light as it appeared above Shelly Beach, which then cast amazing colours on to Manly beach. The soft grey of the clouds met the bluey green grey of the ocean at the horizon. The gentle light produced a wonderful silhouette effect as everyone waited at the Point. The calm waters  allowed our voices to carry further than usual, making it easy to hear all the  laughter and high spirits as we waited for the Let’s Go. Together with the Drinks express at 6.30, our combined numbers were 270 swimmers, however at times it felt like no one else was swimming nearby. Everyone seemed relaxed.

 

I met newbie Mark, Simon and newbie ‘kiwi’ Steve. They were all swimming and then heading to Newcastle for a work meeting.

 

Fiona and Cheryl. Fiona with her beautiful new look has asked me to include this thank you:-

A HUGE thank you to all the wonderful B&B’ers who kindly donated in support of my hair cut. I have been blown away by your generous support.

In addition to 2 ponytails of 40cm locks that they will sell to make a wig, we have raised $2,397.10 for Variety Club Australia so far, which is 3x times the original target!

Your donations will help families and kids (with disabilities and medical conditions) to enjoy life and just be kids, through financial support for things like wheelchairs, specialist equipment, therapy,
and medical supplies, when they can’t afford it, and when government assistance isn’t available. – See more at: https://www.variety.org.au/vic/how-we-help/support-programs/

Support Programs – Variety
www.variety.org.au
We help when others can’t. Variety – the Children’s Charity helps children and their families with financial support for things like wheelchairs, specialist …

If you haven’t donated and would like to here’s the link again: https://alopecia.everydayhero.com/au/fiona-2

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are truly
awesome.

Not only do I feel a million dollars, my B&B swim cap will now fit better!

 

Well done Fi. You are a beautiful woman!

 

Dorset wasn’t doing a jig, but proudly showing me his new quad and glute activation system. It is going to make him swim faster and stronger.

 

The extremely excited Drinksy Express heading out at 6.30

 

 

 

 

A very happy Fiona, Holly, David and Mel

 

Mel showing off her war wounds from Saturday’s bluey attack during the 10k swim. Ouch! You’re a legend Mel

 

 

The ever energetic Bootycamp athletes

 

Angela, Lesley and Henrietta

 

Lainey modelling her new snorkel mask

 

Justus and Bernhard

 

Me with Robyn, Debbie and Jane having a pre Bali planning session

 

 

Jane and Georgina

 

 

 

Richard and John

 

 

 

Michele and Martin coming back from their early swim

 

Jarred and Karl. Karl assures me he doesn’t have beard envy

 

Fun at the Point

 

 

 

Lesley trying to out bomb the photo bomber……

 

And making a great job of it! ….Where’s Rainer?

 

There was a very relaxed atmosphere at Shelly

 

I met Rachel who had a lovely swim over. You can tell from her beaming smile

 

 

Matt with his friends. He had just come off night duty up at the hospital. What an amazing way to wind down after a busy shift. Hope you have a good sleep!

 

 

There was so much under water activity. There was an abundance of fish, many I don’t know the names of. The turtle was sighted as well as a big wobbegong

 

A greeny-blue groper

 

Old Wives

 

 

A couple of beautiful squid

 

 

 

 

 

Fi and Lainey enjoying a slow return to make the most of the wonderful conditions

 

Fiona

There were several attempts to get a close up view of the turtle who was having none of it and staying camouflaged in the rocks far below

 

 

Edwina

 

 

 

Michelle

 

Georgina

 

It took me an hour to get back from my single today because it was just so fantastic in the water. I really didn’t want to get out. I think everyone felt the same. There were so many beaming smiles over the post swim coffee

 

Jim, Martin, Bernhard and Simon

I know that if you swam today it will have set you up to enjoy whatever follows. If you couldn’t swim, don’t worry there is always tomorrow.

Have fun whatever you do.

Lisa

Stats

swimmers: 270

Newbies: 7

Water temperature: 22.7

New B&B Budgy Smugglers…
The new B&B Budgy Smugglers are now available on line from the Budgy Smuggler website. Remember, part of the profit from the sale of our swimwear range goes to the Royal Far West. Here’s where to go to order them:
Mens: http://budgysmuggler.com.au/mens-swimwear/bold-and-beautiful.html
Womens Bottoms: http://budgysmuggler.com.au/womens-swimwear/bold-and-beautiful-bottoms.html}
Womens Sports Tops: http://budgysmuggler.com.au/womens-swimwear/bold-and-beautiful-sports-top.html
Womens one-piece swimmers will be available in January.
Budgy Smuggler creates 100% Australian made swimwear.
Available for Men, Women and Kids.
Shop at: www.budgysmuggler.com.au

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.