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We are all incredibly proud of you in the office Guy - huddled around my desk in total awe of what you and Andrew have achieved. We always knew you would get there and we are so glad to have been able to be part of the dream if only on the sidelines, watching and waiting in anticipation!! We will be having our own celebrations tomorrow with a bottle of sparkly to raise a toast to you Have a fantastic reunion with your loved ones guys Gail, Denise, Sarah, Karen, Glenn, David, Rob, Ryan xxx

It is getting too exciting to watch! WAAAHOOOOOOOO! Keep up the fantastic rowing chaps. The crowds are going wild :o) Em xx

Have just looked at your position on the map - last time you were in the middle of nowhere - now you are so close. Unbelievable! Keep rowing. I agree with Emma - this is too exciting. Frances

Boys, I echo everything said before - this is just too exciting! I'm writing this from a Red Funnel Ferry as I make my way back from Cowes to Southampton (who said my job was glamorous?) and watching the mainland grow in front of me, I can't imagine the sense of euphoria when you finally see the faint line of Mauritius appear on the horizon after 101 (or will it be 102?) days at sea. It really won't be long now - such an impressive achievement, Jess and I will definitely toast your success and WORLD RECORDS!! Assuming you land tomorrow, when do you expect to fly back to the UK?? Eyes on the prize fellas... Rx

Just logged on to see that you have passed 100 days at sea and only have 57 miles to go. This is fantastic news and wonderful that the family are in Mauritius to meet you. You must be feeling very excited and proud of yourselves and tired!! We wish you all the very best for the last bit. Love from us all. Jenny, Peter, Nicky, Jonathan, Alex, Chris & Ali xx

Beautiful progress lads, just beautiful.......Guy, Del no more words to say really, just AWESOME! Cannot wait to raise our glasses to you. Thewy

Just left a message on the Woodvale site too. I am in Oxford tomorrow , with Auntie Margaret Stanton. I cannot imagine that she will have a computer where she lives (she is 91 & still as bright as a button) but I shall certainly ask if anyone has one in the building as I do not expect to be home before 6pm & reckon you will be on dry land by then!!! Just seen the message from the Captains Club Hotel also on the Woodvale site, & I may have to go along to celebrate with them on Saturday!! So wish I could be in Mauritius ,but know you will be serenaded well & look forward to seeing you on your return. Big hugs to you both Rox xxx

Fantastic progress and one last effort, the toughest but worth it! We are so excited for you and even had to log on before work this morning to catch the update. Then we had no internet all day - frustrating or what so had to ring Roger at home. The supense was killing me. Same as now for the 6 pm one! Chris sent a text to say that he & Tom had arrived in 'paradise' so all ready for your arrival! Have fun & hope you enjoy your deserved celebrations. Trish & Roger

Nearly there... Yippee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

Thanks Mike for that message - TEAM MSS ANDREW AND GUY FLYING FERKINS JUST WATCH HER FLY JUST WATCH HER FLY ACROSS THE BLUE FAIR WINDS AND SEAS FOR BOTH OF YOU TEAM MSS ANDREW AND GUY SEE YOU IN MAURITIUS CAN'T WAIT FOR JULY I wrote that on April the 5th ~ cannot believe we have been on that roller coaster ever since woooooooooooooooooooweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee let me get off!!! xtina

**Instructions for reaching land** STEP 1: Row like crazy until reach land Be careful exiting boat! Hug Parents Eat Drink Be Merry! Party Sleep Wake Up Realise is not a dream Party Look in mirror – check out beard (rabbi) Rest Rest Sleep Rest some more! Party Tell wild stories in a strange pirate voice

Can't believe that this might be my last blog as you are so close to home. Since you left we have been transfixed watching your progress sharing your frustrations and enjoying those moments when the ferkin has been flying. It has been an amazing journey for you guys which we have been privileged to share - so looking forward to seeing you when you get back. Enjoy the party and the reunion with family and friends. As always thinking of you both. Love Andy and Clive

50 miles to go!!! Amazing. You should be so proud of yourselves. xx

Guy, Del sends a tingle down my spine when I think when we meet next, cos it is incredible to think what you have been doing. Sam & I cannot wait to see you both. Hope all goes well for the last few final strokes of rowing. Cheers Lads. Thewy

We have been watching with anticaption all day. Not long now boys and the celebrations begin. I can't imagine what you both must be feeling about it all being over and what an amazing achivement this will be. Have loved being part of the blog and reading everyone's messages, the amount of support is incredible. All of us willing you to the finish line! Keep it up - you are both making us so proud Masses of love Fiona & Simon xxxx p.s. jem please keep us updated with the eta

Keep at it boys...so close now...we are watching your progress and wish you a great day tomorrow.....enjoy ...wish we were there.. See you on your return to old Blighty WELL DONE.. Trudy and Martyn

CONGRATULATIONS. Very well done and many thanks to your guardian angels! Now enjoy yourselves on dry land and lap-up your well deserved glory. Love Bettie and Brian.

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Fantastic achievement. So impressed by you both. Wish we could have been there to greet you, but will make up for it when you are home. Revel in your celebrations, can say now 'see you soon'. Lots of love mary and john

Andy & Clive Just to let you know ~ Gemma arrived early this morning!! All good here. xtina