Snaps and Science

We sometimes ponder as we put up these posts on the blog as to whether anyone (other than the 3 of us on this Ship of Fools) actually reads these ramblings. So, in the interest of scientific survey number 2 (more on the primary survey later), could we request that the odd person might leave a comment on the blog, just to slightly dissipate that feeling that we may be broadcasting to an unlistening world. No matter the content of the comments, it would surely lighten the hearts of these 3 lonely yet intrepid explorers.

In an attempt to bring a bit of colour to our witterings, Diarmuid requested that I might upload a few "snaps" (a task which appears to be beyond the capabilities of his antique and barely functioning iPhone - said device requiring hourly recharges and utilising 90% of the actual power reserves on the boat).

Approaching Fastnet

And there she is

Around Mizen - as far from home as we will be - hopefully!

A woeful skipper - the crew daren't utter a word!

Relief from said woes

Dinner for three!

As with all such mighty and dangerous expeditions, a la Scott or Shackelton, there is always a scientific exploration element to the odyssey. As a yet uncharted topic we took it on ourselves to conduct an extensive survey of the toilet hand dryers of the ports of Ireland and outlying island havens. To the untutored amongst our readership, this may seem a somewhat tame undertaking, but the number of times, and the inherent dangers therein, when Mark has had to waylay someone at the toilet doors so as Diarmuid is not caught red handed taking multiple photos in public bathrooms would belie that assumption. Following are examples of some of his better work shot during his "Beara peninsula" period:-

A breakfast location in Castletownbere - only 2 out of 10

Brand new Dyson (guarantee still on it) in fisherman's new shower block) - 8/10

Public toilets on the quay - newly opened yesterday - 5/10. A highly dangerous shooting.

Dryer 1 in McCarthys - note the postit - hence not entered in competition but included for those of an academic bent. 

The target of the postit.  A beautiful retro number. Only gets 5/10 on performance but will undoubtedly top the Seniors section for style. The lines! The lighting! The fact that's it's the size of a small fridge! Stunning.