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I would have thought that in the middle of an ocean that cleaning would be the last thing on your minds. Here's some random questions... So, what has been the best thing about this whole experience so far? Would you have done anything differently? Would you recommend this challenge to other hardcore endurance enthusiasts? Who are your heroes? Kx Ps I'm out on a 13.2 mile walk this weekend - will be thinking of you both as usual. xxx

Hey you guys! Bit late here, but congratulations for making it half way! Yeah, I'm a little slow... Keep it up :) Pete

Talking of clippers Andy ~ Have you taken any photo' shots of yourselves yet? Pity you can't post any back for all to see..... The men on the Prostate boat have a 1000nmiles TO GO celebration shot of their hunky chunky bodies.(well heads n shoulders, not knees and toes!!) Tx

That must be really frustrating. But at least you guys can give your bodies some rest time, have you got any other dvd's that you have not watched? Or a game of cards!! You guys are amazing xx

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At least you are halfway home. Well done. No clipping until you have taken photos. You must both look like the wild men from Borneo - if you know who they are! Keep those chins up - if they are not too heavy with whiskers. We are all willing you on with fingers crossed. B.& B.

I believe we are forced to stop sometimes, & although you really want to row on maybe you are actually being averted from something weatherwise that would not be kind to you, if you see what I mean! A bit deep maybe but I always look at a negative situation to find the opposite & it always works!Your intentions are good & your endurance is being fully tested.So many of us are sending you positive thoughts as we are so proud.You also may never have this sort of time alone (in your lives)to think etc again & boring as it is I am sure your experiences are building up so much good that you are not aware of. Here endeth the 1st lesson! On a lighter note lots of hugs & hope you are able to laugh alot !! Rox xxx

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Just got back from a few days away to find you have passed the half-way mark. Belated congratulations - it is brilliant news. I know you are becalmed at the moment but you have done so well already you deserve a bit of a rest!! The time until Mauritius and August will soon go - it is already passed Midsummer Day. Keep going, we are all willing you on. Jenny & Peter & all the family.

Nothing wrong with being hirsute!

Guy thanks for the card great to see that you are back on the move again. Did you catch up on your sleep when you were on the para anchor? What is your normal number of hours of sleep each day? Is it still wet and cloudy? Keep working hard the miles are dropping away now. Nigel

cummon girls, we're behind you Jem

Keep it up boys-I know it must be tough,the boredom and irritation of the storm holding you back,but I know it's not gonna keep you down! Have you listened to all your music yet? What's the song of the trip? Hopefully not something depressing from Syd Barrett?! I'm thinking of ya boys-very proud. Much love,Craig x p.s. "my favourite actor is a Mr Sydney Poitier"

Hi there guys, Hope all is well....tho' like Sarah, I think you've had some rough and unsporting weather. She, at last , is going west again...thankfully. heard from Xtina this evening. She , like me watches you all closely and no doubt worries a smuch too. Stay strong though.just think of all those beers you can have once you reach Mauritius!!! or will it be something a bit stronger?? Don't know if you've heard from Sarah recently, but she had a very close encounter with three large whales the other day....beautiful, but rather nervewrackibg...one swam straight over her lines to the para anchor. Anyway, she was thrilled to see them, but has asked them to avoid swimmimg over the lines again. Keep plugging away at it all. Take care, Hugz xx Helen

Having spent the last few months tied to the office setting up our new business I could not ignore the conincidence that my first outing was a business trip to Lisbon last week where I was going through security at Heathrow I was surrounded by the GB rowing team! Approaching a complete stranger and asking for support for my cousin I have to say took a huge amount of courage. Not knowing any British rowers other than Steve Redgrave, I nervously approached the tallest, most strapping lad I could find to tell them about my cousin's world record attempt to cross the indian ocean. The GB team were on their way to Munich to row for England. I gave him the web address and asked for his support not sure if we would hear from him, and I excitedly found out from Tom that not only I have chosen a gold medalist from the 50 strong team at Heathrow but that he has written on the website and given such great words of support!! Pete was so supportive when I told him what Guy & Andrew were doing and he seemed so impressed with their attempt which as a Gold medalist made me feel incredibely proud of my cousin. Thank you to Pete for taking the time to write on the web and support Guy & Andrew. I am so pleased to read that while I have been away you have passed the half way mark. Keep it up boys I do hope the weather clears. Masses of love, Fiona xxx

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What an amazing story Fi, you've got guts is all I can say (he's 6ft6)! Having someone like Pete Reed supporting the boys means the world. Guy & Andy - keep pushing lads! You set the standard. Lots love, kat,tom,mimi le rouis xxx

Masses of love to you too Fiona, thanks for your words in supporting Team MSS May the winds blow their way With sunshine,strength and stamina. xtina