Earth Day

It was a lovely bright day. As we looked out across the water toward town we could see the penants flying in a brisk wind. There were noticeable rollers coming down the waterway ready to greet us as we slipped out from the protection of the dock and the Curtis.  I wouldn't call it the sweet spot, but it is precisely the place where preparation meets skill meets challenge.  I am happy to say we "made it past" and want to note that Leslie earned her title as cox on this year's Earth day. In short order, we arrived at the top of Thea Foss under her steady steering oar, wind and rollers at her back. It was pleasant for the rowers, was it not? Coming back was another story. Seldom used muscle groups are speaking still. Nancy may not offer so readily next time to be stroke as the elements gave no rest periods and no time for tea while traveling. Tea time came after all was done and pleasant I must say, with no worries about eating too much for later rowing. One more tiny oyster or maybe one more sliver of sardine won't hurt, right? 

And check out those hats! We now know the cinch on the strap works great.