The one event that nearly spoilt his experience was when, on Wednesday evening after a pleasant meal and a couple of beers in the Red Lion at Cropredy, he decided he would just like to stretch his very long legs and go for a stroll. It was a beautiful evening and after showing him where we were on the Nicholson canal map and recommending him to take it so he could find his way back to the towpath if he strayed he set off. Little did we expect him to go on a hike! As dusk drew in and there was no sign of him we tried his mobile but as those of you who know these remote areas there was no signal. We were getting rather anxious as now it was getting dark and Simon was out there somewhere in a strange place with no knowledge of the surrounding area. At last, thinking ourselves rather irresponsible parents we made contact by text. He was OK , a bit lost and thought he had worked out where he was, thanks to the map we had pressed on him and would be with us in about 15 minutes!
We were now getting very concerned when there was still no sign of him about half an hour later. It was pitch black!
You can imagine our relief when Simon eventually appeared by the boat. I think it was relief all round and we have all learned a very valuable lesson. Thank goodness his mobile had a torch. It just goes to show you never stop worrying about them no matter what age or size!
Simon, Sid and Jenny at Cropredy
Simon takes the helm
Short and t shirts on the Oxford Canal in April
We are off to Matt and Wendy's committment ceremony tomorrow which we are really looking forward to.
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