KatieR

Crikey, I feel a tad bilious now too! That fills me with horror- a disaster waiting to happen. As someone who has two kids under the age ten aboard, we have a very clear and small set of rules so nobody can ‘forget’ one: 1) boat engine starts= life jackets on 2) when we are doing any manoeuvre that isn’t cruising in a straight line, (mooring, leaving a mooring, changing rivers, going through a bridge, etc) kids must be inside boat with windows closed and sat down 3) when underway, allowed to come into the upper helm area if driving from there but cannot leave the ‘square’ (so no walking round decks) 4) if windows or hatches open, not even the end of your nose can go past the frame 5) all above applies to kids and dog equally Works for us..... if I caught one of mine dangling out like you saw today, boat would be sold in a nano second.....

Sounds lovely Grendel, and such a perfect pic Wyndham! Wishing you all a great weekend!

Aaahhh what a week. Don’t give yourself a hard time- you didn’t let your mate down, it was just circumstances were against you this time round and I’m sure you’re pal will understand. I suspect he will really be more bothered about how he could offer to help you in this pickle! There will be more opportunities for you to give a hand to your pal sometime soon I’m sure. I really hope the Tiger is fixed up soon though- sounds heartbreaking! Now, just one last thing- this ‘sensible’ decision making about vehicles needs to cease forthwith- isnt it wholly incompatible with owning a boat????? And a woody at that??????

Selfless, Compassionate and Brave- every single person who has, or will ever, set a foot off terrafirma and onto any kind of vessel should be grateful we have such people, for it's these people who make this service, not their "Manual of Policies/Procedures".

If I ever actually got my hands on the real thing (obv with the full blessing of Mrs G!), I'm not sure I'd know which way was up anyway

whhaaaaattt? I've a gun dog that could do with a dose of retraining, a boat engine that's due a service, a kitchen floor that needs resealing and no doubt lots of wiring in hard to reach places that could do with a tidy. Oh, and quite a bit of rum that needs a drop of coffee in before consuming..... That doesn't all happen 'speedily' ......

Now there's the Carlsberg of suggestions.....(strictly according to the advert, I don't do silly fizzy pop myself....) Speed??!! No, I definitely didnt have speed in mind....

Crikey I had defo better get one quick- that sounds very impressive and even more tempting that I imagined- worth putting the old suvvern softie out to grass for.... now, all I need to do is source a suitable outlet that has clones of Griff in stock and I’ll be fixed up......

I'm very much a fan of a northern bloke- often a mans man, straight talking and decent Have to also admit, I'm liking the idea that a Yorkshire man can get into difficult spaces and tidy up too. Note to self- I really must get one of my own....

Many congrats- saw this for sale at the weekend and looked to be a pretty decent buy! I hope she brings you much happiness

Much respect johnm and crew, having seen first hand the standstill at horning at lunchtime, and then the rain followed by mist at PH in the afternoon and evening you were up against it

That's a shame for the crew- it's not been a great day for the sails, and the mist seems to be settling in a tad now so I agree, it might be a long night for some! Hope the heating is keeping the Nipper crew toasty now, have a great evening

Yes, very wet at PH now, but most crews I've seen go through are still looking focused if a bit cold and wet Saw that Nipper had a great view though

oh no! Glad to hear you maintained the ”rough-ty tough-ty northern fella” stance tough, we northerners have a reputation to keep up! I’m guessing the nearest to first aid was a quick clean with a dash of the nearest neat gin/whisky/rum and on with it too.... And don’t forget, even if you’ve booked a floor tiling job in over the next few days, it’s nowt more than “ a bit of a niggle “

Hear hear- a quite stunning achievement that so many came together, and to achieve 3 months progress in a weekend is quite some going! Many, many congrats to all involved, and Griff has it right here- HUGE respect to you all! I cant wait to see the time lapse vid

What a great thing you’re all doing- Really hope the first day went well and can’t wait to get the updates, been keeping an eye on the posts I have to say though, if there is even a remote possibility that this forum adventure could end up with some kind of bridge episode at Yarmouth, then you need to let me know now as I’m going to have to get in additional supplies of gin...

I’m really sad that Johnk feels the need to leave, but I shall still be waving waving like a mad one (with a copy of the Times and a yellow rose!) when passing if you’re around at the end of the month

Loving the blog Robin, and a belated happy birthday to Shiela

Ooohhhhhh, you mean that fizzy lager stuff don't you..... I really had better stop this terrible skim reading habit, I nearly had kittens for a minute there

Snap with me

I advise letting it run its course. A true case of broads bug is mostly unaffected by all external influences, so it’s best to hang on in and most importantly- enjoy the ride

What terrible news you have received, and how very difficult it must be to comprehend- someone being taken so suddenly is always hard. I hope that all affected are able to find support in each other, and perhaps you may find some calm and peace out on the rivers for the fond memories of your friendship. Take care

Don’t tease???? I can hear the soundtrack to the spring meet being cued up already- it’ll be a treat together with Robins new disco lights ? Please somebody take some footage and share ?

Oooh I love this topic! Some classic ones around here- and I have to admit to loving mine- Babd of Gold by Freda Payne am also happy with a few through the birthdays- Dancing Queen, Prince Charming and Red Red Wine- it literally is the story of my life!!

I know you and your friends will have a brilliant time, the pubs already recommended are all great and you are sure to each find your favourites I feel sure this may be the start of a regular trip- you can watch out all you like to avoid it, but there are few who don’t get bitten by the bug...