Yesterday, Sylvain and I had the opportunity to access the internet, something which became more challenging for me since Rene quit the expedition. Rene and I had decided to share essential gear and thus, he stranded his partner in more than one way by not being committed to the expedition no matter what problems he faced, his sponsors and his personal goal of circumnavigating the island. Expeditions demand that people dig deep within themselves.
The evening was very enjoyable as I met Alain de Maio, the father of Sylvain who has been very supportive of the Corsica/Sardinia expedition that Sylvain is making. We had the opportunity to use a hotel shower, access the internet, and enjoy a delicious meal together at our favourite pizzeria provided by Alain, Su Strintu, where pizzas are very reasonably priced and the menu has a huge selection of choices. Pizzerias in Italy make personal pizzas for each client. The woodstove is a prominent feature within the restaurant where the pizzas are cooked to perfection. I have been speaking French since meeting up with Sylvain. I had imagined I would become more fluent in Italian but interestingly, my French is hopefully improving.
Today, Friday, Alain took us on a reconnaissance tour of the upcoming coast where we viewed the bridge at San Antioco and beaches at Porto Botte and Porto Pino. We also saw the massive cape looming ahead where an onslaught of waves battered the rocky cliff.
November winds have strength and endurance here in Sardinia. So we are enjoying our experiences on land as we remain at Portoscuso for the wind and waves to relent. Force 7 winds are howling with much stronger gusts.It is a sight to behold.
Photo by Alain de Maio.
Friday, November 9, 2007
More Wind in Portoscuso
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Dear Wendy,
I didn't strand you anywhere. You left me alone at Porto Ferro, taking with you all the maps and both paddlefloats.
You stranded your paddling partner on an isolated beach without essential security gear, 25km from the next safe landing spot.
Once alone, a day after you had stranded me at Porto Ferro, I decided not to continue.
I have made a post here explaining how you can get and configure a phone and the internet tablet to get back on the net.
Have fun on your journey, but please stop lying about what has happened between us.
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