Ready & waiting

Another days of bright blue skies alternating with sheeting rain, wind speeds up to F7.  More jobs knocked the list, yet more clothes washing & food shopping, to ensure we are ready to go when the moment comes.  

Nic met the skipper of a giant survey catamaran, heading on our track and then the Orkneys, who is also weather bound - so it's not just us!

The boat is now fully dressed with man-overboard equipment, wooden fender boards to protect her in the locks, and even a hand-tailored anchor cover made by Lesley.  

Despite the meteorological frustrations we are feeling pretty chilled and enjoying ourselves.