I must start by saying thanks to John for inviting me to write his blog this week while he takes a well earned break from the rigours of teaching! I feel it would not be right if I did not find something mildly embarassing of John to kick the week off....

This morning saw the crew out of bed bright and early to attend the Sunday exercise with both boats going afloat. I was unable to attend unfortunately, but the Coxwain told me over a cup of tea, it was a useful exercise. With quite a few of the older, more experienced crew away it was a good oppurtunity for some of the newer crew to get their hands wet.