between the swans and a narrow boat

Maiden voyage

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April 3rd 2014
Well, we got the boat to water. Unfortunately, Ineke had to work, so she couldn't come yesterday. And it really needs two people to balance it - as you can see. But Alex negotiated the swans and 2 narrow boats, and paddled up the canal to the Rhallt, where I brought Mum out to look. And another resident called Brian came along to see as well. Happy days - and here's to the start of a summe ... read more

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