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We are Sam and Martyn, originally from Hebden Bridge. We have lived on boats since 1996 and bought Elephant Daze in 2005. She was discovered behind some units in Keighley and we transported her to Goole. For those of you wondering about the name - she was named by Martyn a huge fan of Kirk Brandon / Spear of Destiny who wrote the song 'Elephant Daze' - and the name just seemed to fit. We hope you don't mind Kirk! It is also a great conversation starter!! Many years of blood sweat and tears followed as we took on the uneviable task of resurrecting her, the results were more than worth it! In Febuary 2010 we decided it was time to venture further afield so we left Goole and moved to Hull. This change resulted in us finally deciding to take the bull by the horns and head for the sea. We have left our jobs and will spend the summer having the adventure of or lifetime (we hope!!). We would like to invite you to share in this adventure, I hope you enjoy!

Friday, 11 June 2010

First week of unemployment!


I can't believe it's been a whole week since I finished work. I think this summer will go by in a flash, must take lot's of photgraphs to remember everything!

We had a great night with one of our neigbours on Wednesday, it was a goodbye drink, yet we never had the hello drink.... Crazy to think people can share the same space for three months yet only get together when you know you might never see them again. He is a fantastic guy who loves his boat. Hope he gets to do his trip 'up North' one day - Cheers!

My Mum came across from Sowerby Bridge to say Bon Voyage and take us out for lunch. I showed her the sights of Hull, taking her on a historic trip round the Old Town, think she was glad to get to the pub for a sit down! Sorry Mum - lunch was lovely though. If you ever get to Hull follow the signs from the marina to The Deep and you will come across The Minerva - well worth a drink or two and some grub - best view in town!

So we are still in dock, the good news is it looks like we may actually get to set off early next weeks. Keep your fingers crossed and keep checking the blog, remember you won't know we've gone 'till we get to the next port!

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