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So that's ball's out shopping for me his morning then Haribo pkt's as many as poss' Minstrel pkt's as many as poss' Yorkies Boosts Joop medicated talc hemp for hands Sebago's running socks 2 lookers two crookers and a wig wag xmum

Still reading your blog daily and Sarah keeps us up to date. Can't believe how well you have done and we look forward to the end. No more than you do I'm sure. Keep going lads. Love Bettie and Brian.

Yoohoo! I can't believe that you're on the home stretch! Well done to the both of you! Can't wait to see you. Guy, am really gutted to tell you that I can make it out to Mauritius, work would just not give in in giving me the time off, but I will ready for mass celebrations when you are back! Hopefully, you will come back and won't think about rowing back across to Australia? Well if work won't get me the time off, I'll tell you one thing I can do. I can get you bulk supply of chocolate under the Nestle brand. So name some you like and I'll make sure you and Del have a welcome home package of chocolate treats. So proud of you both!! Lots of love Little Jo xxx

Good question, how will the boys cope without each other? they will miss each other I'm sure. A third of a year together in each others company 24-7 is more than most of us will ever do. Also all this talk of junk foods makes me wonder how their digestion will be after all this time on the dried stuff! It could take a while to get back to normal - or am I just being a kill joy! :-) No worries I will bring out the angel cake!!!

It has taken me all this time to work out how to leave a comment! The school computer throws out "alien" sites, so it has been a battle! WELL DONE, both of you, it has been fascinating reading the blog - looking forward to seeing you when you return. Lots of love Kat's Mummy and Daddy

Andrew, I have told Sarah there will be a large pack of Haribo waiting on the fridge in our flat for you to indulge in to your hearts delight courtesy of yours truly :) Row quickly and see you soon!

Many congrats on your fantastic progress. Makes me feel quite guilty that we have been lunging about on holiday. Hope your bottom is less sore - I'm sure all the parents reading this blog will recommend sudocrem for the sore bits! Keep going guys, land is nearly in sight! Nicky, Jonathan & Alex xx

Hi guys! Sarah recommends Natracare's Soothe and Calm cream for sore tender, nether regions.....well tried out recently I believe!! You are doing so wel, both of you! Looking forward to meeting you, I hope, in Maurutius! Xtina is so excited at the prospect of seeing you again Guy. I am excited too, at the prospect of seeing Sarah.

I literally cannot get over how quickly you guys are flying that ferkin, it's just too exciting to bear - but don't stop, we're obviously all loving it!!!! Getting sooooooooooooo close - hard to believe!!! Mucho love, respect and pride! x

Hi Guys, I should have written a blog at lot sooner! Me and the guys have been following your progress at work every day. Think you both have done such a great job. At the start with so many people dropping out I wondered whether rowing the ocean was possible. It looks like your going not only to complete the race, but be the first pair home. Keep up the high work rate and the Southern Cross will have no chance of beating you to the finish line. Glenn

Keep it going lads, we're willing you on to the finish. Really not long to go now - keep munching through those miles. R&J xx

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Oi Oi Oi, Lads keep pushing that boat. Cannot imagine the chats we are gonna have when you are home. A topic that has popped up with my parents, "do you put sunblock on your Johnson?" And how long is your hairs? Thewys

To two men in a boat Pleased to hear things are going well. Thanks for keeping us up to date with your adventures. Godspeed Kx

You are doing just fantastic chaps! Keep up the good work. Row team row, row team row... Em x

Wow, not surprised there are problems down under given the blistering pace you’ve set…although sounds like Del’s got off lightly…! Anyway, absolutely incredible effort guys. Aiming to finish in 100days? I managed an impressive 10 mins on the rowing machine this week. Enjoy the rest of the journey xx

boys boys boys..... lets not pretend the birds you'l be wanting to see in Mauritius will be the feathered kind! xxx

Just row the race. Think about the process. Don't dwell on the result until it's history. Larry Gluckman (his quote don't know who he is)!

Now you are so close to home the enorminity of what you boys are acheiving is really starting to set in. It is for me an imcomprehensible acheivement. I have so much respect for both of you. Keep it going!

Boys!!! The biggest respect to you guys!!!! It was hard enough in a four, can't imagine how tough it must be in a pair. You're doing an AWESOME job out there!!! Enjoy it for all it is worth cos normality will hit you like one of those giant steam roller waves we all know and love before you know it! I already feel like it never happened! Ocean Angel Sarah xx