Andy I'll echo that Nancy and well done Izzy for picking yourself up and being offered 2 jobs on the same day. Get saving and you can return to living your dream xx

Nancy Bummer, Izzy, but it sounds like you made the right choice. Sometimes no amount of hardwork or having the right attitude will fix something. I;m glad your out of it. Your plans sound fantastic and I'm really proud of you for not letting a set back or two slow you down. Go you! :D

Nancy Thanks for the answer, Izzy. I admire your work ethic and, you know, it will get easier. I felt exactly the same way the one and only season i spent working in a ski chalet. I didn't see how I'd manage it - i was the oldest and it was killing me. I said almost exactly the same thing, but it did get easier and I saw it through to the end. Had a lot of fun too. I will never regret the experience and it set me up for all sorts of things. So, go you! and don't let the turkeys get you down. I do hope you it starts being fun again very soon. X. Nancy

Nancy Glad to know we're not the only ones suffering from excess wind. :D What do you do when the beach is closed?

Christine Mind the back you will need it a long time! Massage sounds great. Hope you impress Mr Guardian. Love Chris

Nancy Eep! jelly fish stings are not good, but the attitude to keep on working is. The cabin looks great and sounds a lot better than the basement. It's great that you're enjoying teaching as much as the kids are enjoying being taught.

Nancy 'I've gotten used to the spiders now, or maybe I just went out and bought some bug killer.' lol. Mr Guardian Guy will be greatly impressed, I'm sure. I'm glad you're having such a great time.

andy Good luck with Mr Guardian top dog Izzy

Chris chapman Hi Izzy, never mind the spiders they are good company as they can't argue! I envy you your adventure. Wish I was 60 years younger!! Chris

Gordon Chapman Hi, Glad you have ,made it safely. It seems a long time ago since I taught your Dad and his brothers to sail - one of the best things I ever did.

Andy Izzy, the best sailor in the world can be the worst instructor. As well as being a good sailor you are a people person and you will shine. Enjoy every minute x

melissa chapman you don't mention the bomb! What are you chicken! will make people laugh and others won't find themselves arrested by french police with guns! Anyway good to hear from you. Your charger in post so hopefull will speak soon. Do you want me to try to send conkers for the spider infestation?

Nancy Hey Izzy! I'm looking forward to hearing all about your summer. I know you're going to be a great sailing instructor. :) Have a marvellous time. x