Trying to moor at Great Hayward yesterday morning was a bit of a nightmare. I had run out of fresh veggies so a trip to the shops was in order. Nothing available on the visitor moorings above the lock so we locked down and managed to slot the boat by two working boats Monarch and Grimsby. They were owned by a lovely couple Vivian and Simon. and we got chatting about Reckless ( The Boat that Guy Built. ) they were shocked at the state of the boat. They remembered it in prestige condition and couldn't understand why it looked as bad as it did. Like me, they were a bit disappointed the program didn't actually show them building a boat but nevertheless the idea of the series is quite amusing. While we were having this discussion I suddenly became aware of two ducks creating merry hell. Looking to see what all the fuss was about, a large black mink appeared swimming along the opposite bank. Typical!! No camera to record the event.!!!!
Another glorious day. Ian's threatened to put on his shorts. Thank goodness the temperature is set to go down. I don't think the world is ready yet for his lily white legs!!
Swansong passed us while we were moored. We gave each other a friendly wave but I have yet to meet them.