Not horrendous, honest.
16:30UTC 09/08/07 43'04.4N 11'50.4W
I think I might have worried some people with my description of the 'rhythmic rolling', as there have been two comments of 'sounds horrendous, hope you're OK'. Well we're fine and it's not at all horrendous - life goes on quite well despite the fact the the floor doesn't stay still and your food rolls across the deck until it's almost within reach before rolling back again just before you can grab it. But as long as you hold on to things, and walk around with a carefully timed swaying dance, everything's fine. Rather like being a bit drunk, but without the hangover.
We've now dropped the mainsail and are running under the 'twins'. No, not another big brother reference (although the image is interesting) but two jibs hoisted and rolled together, supported by a pole on each side. It's a really safe, controllable rig, to reef we just ease the sheets a little and furl the sails together some more. It can all be done without leaving the cockpit and the main boom is out of use, tied down and no longer threatening to take our heads off.
Given that some of us have recently been selling or buying houses, we've been writing the estate agent's description of Ty Dewi.
"A delightfully appointed two bedroomed waterfront apartment with spectacular sea views and many original features. Requires some attention and would suit a couple or young family looking for an adventurous project."
"The accommodation comprises of a delightful front facing double bedroom with built in wardrobes and a curious feature cupboard apparently dedicated to the storage of chains. Moving through to the kitchen, the main washroom and shower are to the left then the kitchen itself contains many built in teak storage units. After the kitchen is an office with a curious array of electronic gadgetry. Stepping up to the lounge / dining area with all round picture windows offering beautiful sea views, then through to the main bedroom with en suite bathroom.
"Spiral stairs lead up to the garden which has teak decking and an extensive water feature."
"Potential buyers should be aware that the property has no connection to mains utilities or services, that access roads can be limited and it is a rather long walk to the shops, but the features of this outstanding home more than outweigh these challenges."
Tonight, before turning in, I am going to have a dram of our finest malt whiskey and share one with Neptune, as a thank you for letting us through Biscay. Less than a thousand miles to the Canaries.
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