Thursday 20 May
We spent the night more or less where the boat had been put back into the water and were told at 9.30 a.m. that we had half an hour to move. What the Captain hadnt appreciated entirely was that we still had a very narrow lock to go through before we were actually in the River Saone - after all that! But he handled it brilliantly and we managed to get into the lock without the fenders rolling up and with about 10mm between the fenders and the sides of the lock.
We are now moored up in the marina as opposed to the boat yard and have spent all day cleaning the boat - again. And have another night out tonight - only problem is we are going to have to repay the hospitality and I only do mince and pasta.
We are planning to leave here on Saturday morning for Chalon sur Saone, about a six hour trip, and have been told by everyone that it is a lovely place to visit. Weather here doesnt seem to quite as lovely as in the UK - thank you for all your messages and hope you all have a great weekend.
I bet you were glad to be reunited with your baby and see her waiting for you at St Jean de Losne in one piece. The narrow lock sounded a little hairy. Nice to meet up with like minded people even though you will have to reciprocate - Fran with your culinary skills I am sure you can make pasta & mince look exotic. Have a good trip on Saturday to Chalon sur Soane - we have been there but can't remember a thing about it. Safe sailing. Love K & V x
ReplyDeleteWell done you two - mission accomplished and so far so good. It's amazing how you meet up with like minded people when you are on an adventure!Look forward to hearing about the trip through France now.Love from Penny and Ian
ReplyDeleteVery pleased to see you have made such good progress and that Sequel survived the experience of travelling overland! I have just looked at a map - you seem to be right slap bang in the middle of France. Hope the good luck continues!
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So glad you made it this time and hopefully you can relax a bit and enjoy the rest of your trip.
ReplyDeleteWeather here is glorious at the moment but as this is England it is not expected to last, so we are making the most of it - on our new extended patio. It was finished on Friday and we are really pleased with it, looks a bit new but I'm sure it will blend in very soon. If I knew how to send you a photo I would!
Pasta and mince variations are my speciality but I'm sure yours are more interesting!
Lots love for now Sue x