What a lovely afternoon we have had today. Despite the drizzly weather we headed off to Gloucester Docks where Husband took part in the Dragon Boat Regatta. It was not only great fun but all in a cause too, with all proceeds going to the very worth while children’s cancer charity CLIC Sargent.
Dragon boat racing is an ancient Chinese tradition thought to have originated some 2,500 years ago but this is the 16th year in which Gloucester has hosted it’s own exciting event. I wasn’t sure what to expect but thoughly enjoyed myself. The girls did too.
Here’s a few pictures:
The Dragon bit
Big smiles
There was live entertainment which included belly dancing, singers, drummers and all sorts, there was little stalls to browse and buy from and a small fun fair which would have been great if it wasn’t so cold and wet. The girls particularly enjoyed the free ice creams they were giving out and the face painting:
Delicious ice cream
The actual races were pretty quick and it was all very exciting. The girls were stood at the side cheering and waving Daddy on getting very excited. Whilst baby Daisy just slept.
Sleeping Daisy
His team “Not Noah’s Arc” won their three heats and the semi final too but just missed out on winning the whole thing by just 0.4 of a second. They ended up coming 2nd out of 30 teams. They may have been a little disappointed but we think they did great!
Lots and lots of fun and definitely worth a look if you are about next year.
Karen x
Jenny Paulin
May 12, 2013 at 9:10 pm (12 years ago)well done to your husband for taking part – i bet he is aching all over now (or will be in the morning!) and doesnt Rosie look so much like him? Poppy looks so pretty with her face painted those colours really suit her. Actually, all your girls are beautiful Karen – you should be very proud x x
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May 13, 2013 at 8:13 am (12 years ago)Thanks Jenny, you say the sweetest the things. He is aching all over this morning but enjoyed himself xx
Hayley
May 14, 2013 at 5:49 pm (12 years ago)Looks like a great day out but isn’t it a shame this British weather is taking the shine off it? My mum did dragon boating once and it is fair to say she was achey for quite some time after but good on your husband for doing it and free ice cream?!? It’s all good xx
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May 16, 2013 at 12:06 pm (12 years ago)He was very achy afterwards and it was a shame about the weather. The free ice cream was a very nice touch 🙂