We all woke very early to the sound of rain and saw plenty of lightning for day one of the regatta part of the festival! Fortunately the lightning stopped before we left the motel for the lake but the rain did persist for much of the day. Spirits were not dampened - everyone is pumped and ready to go.
We had a couple of races, and came second and third respectively. There is plenty of competition out there - watch out for some of the Aussie team and also the amazing women from South Africa have been putting in very impressive paddling, plus they are just lovely!
There has been plenty of time to meet other participants and we do have some badge swap queens in our midst. Wonder who will have the most impressive collection at the end...
A special mention and big thanks to our ambassador Melanie - she arrived to look after us with her big smile, and muffins! Thanks Melanie and happy anniversay (30th) to you and John!
We also had a special visit from our new friends (remember the shots we were given at dinner the other night??) Julie and Melissa. Thanks for your support ladies :)
Everyone was very pleased to get into hot showers at the end of the day. Tomorrow hopes to be warmer with some sunshine! Yes!
Now to the serious side - the gala dinner - lets frock up.
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What competitors!! You all look freezing so heres hoping today brings sunshine and warmth.
ReplyDeleteLoving the blog. Thanks. Donie and george :)
Don't envy you at all paddling - you know how i love the cold and rain - not!!! Hope you enjoyed the regatta anyway. Did Captain Snooze have some hot rum toddies ready to warm you up?
ReplyDeleteCongratulations everyone sounds like you had an amazing time. Training starts as soon as you touch down in OZ..... just kidding you can all have a week off.. coach Well done girls I'm proud of you all xoxo
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