Monthly Archives: August 2012

Less Than 24 Hours

Posted on August 8, 2012 by courtneypaulk

When I woke up this morning and checked the GPS Tracker – I learned that my boat pilot was out with the first swimmer!  So, it looks like we are a go for tonight…I told Matt I just got nervous…yikes!! … Continue reading →

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Still Scheduled for Thursday

Posted on August 7, 2012 by courtneypaulk

Matt and I spent most of the day running around getting the final items we need for the swim. And, I was able to get another short swim in today. The water felt colder than it did earlier this week … Continue reading →

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Tentative Swim Date

Posted on August 6, 2012 by courtneypaulk

Today was very eventful! We met with my boat pilot mid-day and went over the necessary information for swim day. One of the people who was ‘in-line’ ahead of me hasn’t arrived from South Africa yet and isn’t due to … Continue reading →

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Day 2 in England

Posted on August 5, 2012 by courtneypaulk

We had a great day getting acclimated to the area.  Our friends Todd and Mary arrived and they will be with us for the duration.  Most importantly, they will be crewing on the boat!  We are planning to meet our … Continue reading →

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First Swim in the English Channel

Posted on August 5, 2012 by courtneypaulk

Matt, Nate and I arrived in England yesterday!  We had quite an adventure getting the car (upgraded to a Mercedes – nice).  I drew the short straw and had the pleasure of driving on the opposite side of the car … Continue reading →

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Story on WRIC

Posted on August 2, 2012 by courtneypaulk

Thanks so much to AJ Lagoe and Ben Arnold for such a great piece! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAKtK-Wl2Z0&feature=share&list=UUfP3XzQN2ajVWxXE4aTPA1g

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