Our thoughts are with the swimmer who had contact with a grey nurse shark yesterday and wish him swift and complete recovery. Today lots of swimmers came because the swim is dear to each one of them in its own way and has a lot of meaning for them; it certainly is of great importance to me. For a brief moment, the media will show interest. I was listening to ABC radio on my way to my physio(also an ocean swimmer) at a time I do not usually listen to it and heard our beloved John Kelly saying all the right things. Channel 7 was there today and Ken was in the make-up chair (or at least having a shower after his early swim) for some thoughtful comments. The biggest concern for most swimmers today was the size of the 7 am set. As Usual it was massive. Big respect to the LifeSavers, out on a jetski having a look-see for the surfers and swimmers who were in today. Each person decides for themselves and approaches the swim in their own way – by wardrobe:
By thinking about the signs, considering that the sun had come up again and deciding to have a swim
Considering the numbers
Walking in by the closed beach signs
Anne has a new camera and housing. I cant wait to see her photos
Beyond the signs you can see the swimmers
The cold was the worst thing for this early swimmer
Early swimmer entry
Swim went wel
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Getting ready for the media
What about the badges?
the lights on swimmers
Lifesavers going in with the jetski to look after everyone
Hard to get a shower scene today
I was not the only media there today. Channel 7
MANAGEMENT NOTICES
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
B&B FUNDRAISING NIGHT,
TUESDAY 9th July from 6.30pm
Generously sponsored and hosted by The Steyne Hotel
All B&B swimmers and their family and friends are cordially invited to our inaugural Christmas in July Fundraising Event – (no under 18 unfortunately)
ONLY $30 PER PERSON INCLUDING A MEAL. PLACES ARE LIMITED SO BOOK NOW. TO SECURE YOUR PLACE, PURCHASE YOUR TICKET(S) OR PURCHASE A WHOLE TABLE HERE
Please wear your best Christmas paraphernalia on the night. Theme and dress up your table for the chance to win a prize. It will be a fun night, so don’t miss out! First in best dressed… If everyone is very well behaved, we may get a visit from Santa himself. Who knows, if you are really good, Santa may even let you sit on his lap.
Enjoy a delicious steak or chicken dinner. A vegetarian option is also available on request, please tell us at the time of purchasing your table. Drinks will be available at bar prices.
Lots of silent auction items will up for grabs, and there will be live auctions right through the night. We will also have a monster raffle which will be drawn at the conclusion of the evening. If you or someone you know would like to donate an auction item or a prize, either individual or for a table please let us know (email Ian at ugoboyo@gmail.com). Funds raised will support both the Royal Far West and the B&B, two great causes.
Royal Far West
Show country kids you care by taking part in one or all of some of Sydney’s most iconic upcoming running events with team Royal Far West.
Including City2Surf, Manly Fun Run and Blackmores Half Marathon.
Register your spot today!
What I have been reading
Hot Milk by D Levy. a book about a young woman lumbered with a sick/not sick mother who yearns for a bigger life. so far so good
6 comments
Anne
03/07/2019 at 11:35 am
Great blog shame about the shower scene lol. I love your people photos and have become inspired to follow suit when I do the blog.
rh
03/07/2019 at 11:48 am
Lovely intro paragraph, ES 🙂
Shelley K
03/07/2019 at 1:11 pm
Thanks for the extra blog Elizabeth… above and beyond!
PS One Drinky is all you need to make a shower scene worth seeing
Lainey
03/07/2019 at 3:42 pm
Great blog Elizabeth! Thanks for covering for me.
Catherine Wright
03/07/2019 at 11:13 pm
Thanks Elizabeth very thoughtful blog.
Ian the slowest
03/07/2019 at 11:25 pm
very late notice I know but tomorrow morning Brendan will be back at Manly looking for swimmers for an ad that will be made over the weekend 12, 13, 14 July.
He is the one who has taken a quick audition several times over the last 2 to 3 yrs which have resulted in a few of our swimmers benefiting from a bit of casual modelling work.
He will be at Manly around 6:30 auditioning a few runners near the surf club and should be around for interested swimmers before and after their 7 am swim.