Yesterday, given that he wasn't travelling anywhere, Alex decided that he wanted to go to Sandend to 'look' at the waves. Hubby and I went with him, as we were worried about road conditions after all the weather shenanigans, and didn't want him going alone - although we could both think of various reasons why we didn't think it was a good idea. But it's the season of good will to all men ... so we bit our lips, said nothing, and off we all went. And we had a lovely day. John and I did a coastal walk to Portsoy whilst A surfed for a couple of hours. The weather was kind and the wave was good. There are silver linings out there.
A is heading off (again) today ... by EasyJet to Gatwick this time. Trains still not running and he really needs to get back to base in 2023!
Fab photo ... just love his adventurous spirit!!! And nice that you had a good walk. It's such a fabulous coast
I heard on Radio Scotland that Pennan was inaccessible due to a land slip....
Many years ago, as we prepared to sail our 30ft yacht out of a Portuguese harbor into some post-storm waves like these, a German yachtsman shouted out to us "I think you are British sporting gentlemen". He was being polite. He thought we must be mad. Welcome to the club, Alex.
Well your young man has a strong constitution…how could he not have? That water must have been so very cold but there again he’s used to extreme weathers in his lifetime! Sounds a much better day & fingers crossed for a better & successful return home.
The picture certainly captures that sliver of insanity one must posses to let a wave hurl you towards shore. I admire their balance more than anything! I'm glad A. had an enjoyable time surfing and hope all of you return home safely from every trip in the year ahead!
I heard on Radio Scotland that Pennan was inaccessible due to a land slip....
The waves look great too.
But the weather looks foul.