Spent the night on the boat and saw in the new year with Dan and Katrina from "Camelot". A lot of activity on the marina but we had a very peaceful new year start. To bed by 12.15 after cleaning up the dishes. Woke at 6am to hear Sadiqui Ra preparing to leave for Rottnest.
Very quiet here today, perhaps a few nursing sore heads.
Friday, December 31, 2010
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Monday, December 27, 2010
Back home
Well all good things must come to an end, so here we are back at Mindarie with a boat that looks like a couple of dozen people have lived on board for a week. So its the big cleanup today.
It was definitely a great way to spend Xmas, on the water, with son-in-laws ski boat to add some fun times. I even braved it and had a go in the biscuit, but being dragged through the water at a great number of knots isn't my idea of fun especially with the pain to the rear anatomy.
Very nice mooring, but the sailing club leaves a lot to be desired. The ablutions don't give the feeling that they are very sanitary and really need to be demolished, but guess finances dictate. Karine got busted for bringing rubbish to dispose of in their bins and told you guys are filling the bins and they won't be emptied till Thursday. Certainly a different message that we got when we drove down to check it all out and talked to the commodore. We paid our fees for doing just that, but seems whoever was looking after the place didn't seem to think that mattered.
The young girls went over for a shower and he kept coming in while they were in there which freaked them out as the doors wouldn't shut properly.
So we managed with swimming and swill downs on the boat.
The wind came up on xmas night, a gale warning from Mandurah to Jurien and that is certainly what we got. We had to take the shade down and stow it. It blew all night and most of the next day. Thankfully the anchor held and we managed to weather it out.
Kyle and Karine left on Sunday afternoon when it died down, but said they would be back in the morning so Kyle could help Fran sail back and I would go back with her.
She was having trouble with migraines,so needed to get home to sort herself out.
We had a lovely last night on board. Fran made a little platter for us and we sat up on the foredeck enjoying. Then he barbequed snags, I made a salad and we sat enjoying that on a beautiful balmy evening.
A major breakthrough for me as I was desperate to wash my hair and decided to give it a try in the head sink. What bliss, I managed it and oh beautiful clean hair, I felt like I had just stepped out of a lovely long hot shower it was so refreshing.
So now, clean up and pack up and back to reality.
It was definitely a great way to spend Xmas, on the water, with son-in-laws ski boat to add some fun times. I even braved it and had a go in the biscuit, but being dragged through the water at a great number of knots isn't my idea of fun especially with the pain to the rear anatomy.
Very nice mooring, but the sailing club leaves a lot to be desired. The ablutions don't give the feeling that they are very sanitary and really need to be demolished, but guess finances dictate. Karine got busted for bringing rubbish to dispose of in their bins and told you guys are filling the bins and they won't be emptied till Thursday. Certainly a different message that we got when we drove down to check it all out and talked to the commodore. We paid our fees for doing just that, but seems whoever was looking after the place didn't seem to think that mattered.
The young girls went over for a shower and he kept coming in while they were in there which freaked them out as the doors wouldn't shut properly.
So we managed with swimming and swill downs on the boat.
The wind came up on xmas night, a gale warning from Mandurah to Jurien and that is certainly what we got. We had to take the shade down and stow it. It blew all night and most of the next day. Thankfully the anchor held and we managed to weather it out.
Kyle and Karine left on Sunday afternoon when it died down, but said they would be back in the morning so Kyle could help Fran sail back and I would go back with her.
She was having trouble with migraines,so needed to get home to sort herself out.
We had a lovely last night on board. Fran made a little platter for us and we sat up on the foredeck enjoying. Then he barbequed snags, I made a salad and we sat enjoying that on a beautiful balmy evening.
A major breakthrough for me as I was desperate to wash my hair and decided to give it a try in the head sink. What bliss, I managed it and oh beautiful clean hair, I felt like I had just stepped out of a lovely long hot shower it was so refreshing.
So now, clean up and pack up and back to reality.
Friday, December 24, 2010
Xmas morning
Woke at 6am as I do with the sun belting in through the hatch.
Made myself a cuppa and sat on deck enjoying the peace and tranquility.
Gradually they all surfaced and Xmas day started with Papa cooking pancakes again. First and foremost was Karines two little fish which she totally enjoyed.
Looks like being a hot one today, so will be spending time in the water and on the ski boat.
Made myself a cuppa and sat on deck enjoying the peace and tranquility.
Gradually they all surfaced and Xmas day started with Papa cooking pancakes again. First and foremost was Karines two little fish which she totally enjoyed.
Looks like being a hot one today, so will be spending time in the water and on the ski boat.
Monday, December 20, 2010
whats happening with the weather
I thought this was supposed to be summer, rain and wind all day yesterday and through the night before. Back to wearing sweaters. It has fined up today and just the possibility of showers.
Shopping for supplies before we leave Thursday morning. Looks like we should have good weather while we are down at Woodman Point. Thirty eight and humid Xmas day, so will be happy to swim to cool off.
Instead of continuing on to Bunbury we will return to Mindarie on Monday as there is a cyclone brewing up north and don't want to get caught in the effects of that system. So Bunbury will have to wait for now. It looks like it will be just hubby and I for the return trip as everyone will be abandoning us after they have indulged in all the Xmas fare.
Busy time now getting everything ready so will wish you a very merry Xmas and a safe and happy new year.
Shopping for supplies before we leave Thursday morning. Looks like we should have good weather while we are down at Woodman Point. Thirty eight and humid Xmas day, so will be happy to swim to cool off.
Instead of continuing on to Bunbury we will return to Mindarie on Monday as there is a cyclone brewing up north and don't want to get caught in the effects of that system. So Bunbury will have to wait for now. It looks like it will be just hubby and I for the return trip as everyone will be abandoning us after they have indulged in all the Xmas fare.
Busy time now getting everything ready so will wish you a very merry Xmas and a safe and happy new year.
Sunday, December 19, 2010
checking Woodman Point
Drove to Woodman point today to check out where everything is. Talked to people from the sailing club. They all seemed very friendly and welcoming.
M2 is looking very chrismassy with twickling lights along her safety lines and a wreath hanging from her transom.
Only a few more days now to prepare for Xmas, so lots to do before then.
Can't wait to be on our way and spending a few days just relaxing. We have been invited to join the xmas carols at the sailing club, so that should be fun. Plenty of space for the family to use the ski boat and have fun on the water.
M2 is looking very chrismassy with twickling lights along her safety lines and a wreath hanging from her transom.
Only a few more days now to prepare for Xmas, so lots to do before then.
Can't wait to be on our way and spending a few days just relaxing. We have been invited to join the xmas carols at the sailing club, so that should be fun. Plenty of space for the family to use the ski boat and have fun on the water.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Xmas plans revamped
We had a family discussion yesterday regarding Xmas at the Cut, The family discussion was actually just our one daughter who has quite a strong influence on the decision making. I wonder who she takes after?
On reflection the thought going through my mind was that spending Xmas in the Cut at Mandurah wasn't going to be the most exciting place to be. I made the comment that it wouldn't be the best place for the kids as I wouldn't recommend swimming there. This is where daughter came in and decided it definitely wasn't the place to be if she couldn't fall off the back of the boat into the water.
So we have re visited the Xmas location and it will be at Woodman Point as this offers so much more. The Son-in-law will be bringing his ski boat as there is a ski area near where we will anchor. It is also closer for the other family members who will be coming to spend some time with us over the Xmas break.
On reflection the thought going through my mind was that spending Xmas in the Cut at Mandurah wasn't going to be the most exciting place to be. I made the comment that it wouldn't be the best place for the kids as I wouldn't recommend swimming there. This is where daughter came in and decided it definitely wasn't the place to be if she couldn't fall off the back of the boat into the water.
So we have re visited the Xmas location and it will be at Woodman Point as this offers so much more. The Son-in-law will be bringing his ski boat as there is a ski area near where we will anchor. It is also closer for the other family members who will be coming to spend some time with us over the Xmas break.
Friday, December 10, 2010
good news
Good news today, the hot water system is up and running. Finally after all the hastle we now have hot water.
Xmas is looming and we are looking forward to sailing to the Mandurah Cut. Some of the family will sail down with us and others meet us there.
Xmas is looming and we are looking forward to sailing to the Mandurah Cut. Some of the family will sail down with us and others meet us there.
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