All good things must come to an end, and I am now back in the UK after another great few weeks in Spain. The first week was another boat maintainence marathon. And even if I am slightly biased, I think my hard work is starting to pay off and I am slowly returning Fintail to her former glory.
the work paying off
With the hard work done, I was joined by my parents, sister and nephew Dylan. So an end to the hard work, and a chance to finally get out and enjoy a bit of sailing. Dylan celebrated his 3rd birthday with his first of hopefully many visits to Aunty Jo's boat. He seemed to approve, even if his lifejacket is still a little bit too big.
family again
Unfortunately the weather didn't allow for a birthday sail, so his first trip to sea was on the La Manga ferry. Not quite the same, but he seemed to enjoy it all the same.
sarah and dylan
Later in the week we finally made it out for an excellent bit of sailing, with everyone having a good day.
dad
family sailing
As for me, I spent a bit more time puzzling over why after getting all the sails up I am still left with a vast array of lines that I have no idea what they do!
rigging
It didn't take Dylan long to figure out what the tiller did, and he was very put out when anyone else tried to touch his tiller. Definately a captain in the making, I just hope I can get him to steer a slightly straighter course next time.
captain dylan
And I always knew a day on the water was pretty tiring, but mum and Dylan seemed to suffer more than most!
hard life
As for now. I am back in the UK and heading off to Norfolk tomorrow for a few courses. Then finally back to sea in the middle of June. Hopefully for a much less eventful trip than my last effort.