The boatyard called to say that Olivia was ready last Friday so off I went to fetch her. With her new blacking and smart new engine vents she just needs a few touch up jobs to her overcoat and she won't be recognisable. Also repaired were the rusting side hatch doors and the Paloma - which had blown a seam. I got a fire going and she soon warmed up and for the first time the fire actually stayed in all night. Not only that but when I topped up the stove the fire stayed in for the rest of the day with no further interference from me. On Saturday I went for an eight mile walk with Ramblers before returning to move Olivia to a new spot. The lovely mild weather gave a taste of spring and heralded the cruising season. It won't be long now.
