Deflated

So, a quick trip in the dinghy to the shops to replenish stocks...four loaded bags and the toil of carrying them back in the heat of the afternoon...what could go wrong?

A brief glimpse at our dinghy turned into a sorrowful look of a how our dinghy used to be. 20 years had finally taken their toll and all that was left was an engine clinging on for dear life to a flat lifeless pile of PVC.

We attempted a resurrection with a hastily borrowed pump but we were soon  quickly sinking. We managed to effect an escape to the safety of the nearest pontoon and grabbed the engine before it headed for the depths.

Today we headed for Brest in search of a new dinghy. If we anchor for the rest of Summer we may just get back on budget!