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Follow your own advice

Yesterday was a very busy day, with three events worthy of note in just one day. The first was that we cycled over Skyros to the Chora. It was a hard ride there as it was both up hill and into the wind but stunning scenery. The Chora itself was well worth the climb, with the cobbled winding alleys and whitewashed houses and the occasional gem of a church. The fortification on the very top was closed due to earthquake damage. We stopped in one of the cafés, that gave the place it's classy feel, before flying home on the bikes. The second event was less positive as it involved me picking up another injury. We needed to re-anchor, as on our return had begun to drag the anchor. During this procedure I managed to get my hand trapped between our pull pit and the stanchion of another boat. We have so often said, "Keep your hands and feet out of the way", and I now realise just how good this advice is. There is nothing broken, scrapped skin and bruising but a defin...

Independence Day

On Friday, Greece celebrated Independence Day and the Feast of the Assumption. We had great weather, and the Nidri quay front was the centre of the local action. Panos opened the Cafe Di Paris for the season. It looks smart in its new "ice cream" pink and green colours. Needless to say, we were working on Grace. Following experiments earlier in the week, Sara covered her fridge with polyester spot filler and gel coat filler around the edge. I was wiring - I'll be happy if I never see another cable tie or crimp another connector.