We have finally left !!!

Wednesday 27th April.

Well after what we are sure seemed like the longest "Bon voyage" gatherings to everyone..numerous comments of "how many more times do we have to say Bon Voyage.... we have finally set sail.

The cunning plan was to head East to make the most of the prevailing South Westerly winds....so what did we get but a force 5 to 6 North Easterly!! Mrs S being as impatient as ever said it was time to go and we couldn't stay in Eastbourne any longer, so off we set for Dover. 60 miles and 13hrs later having had to beat into big seas we arrived...the only plus side being that it was sunny all day.

As for the old sea dog Zilla, she coped manfully and managed to keep her legs crossed for the whole journey. She is now enjoying the freedom of Dover Harbour and looking forward to a walk on the White Cliffs.

How it all started ...

There are times in life when we come to a crossroads - some could call it a mid life crisis - so a decision had to be made.  It was either the Harley Davidson or Sailing off into the Sunset.  As there would be no room for the dog on the Harley, it had to be the Sailing!

Who:  Ian and Stephanie Sprigings, plus Zilla the Dog
In: Etoile, a J-109 35ft yacht
Where:  Round UK and Ireland
When:  Soon!!!