What to Buy a Bear: Part 6

Dear readers, you might have remembered that I, Eddie, got a mention at the end of the last post. This was because I reported that the chocolate and biscuits helped to keep me warm when I went out on my daily visit to see my seals. For those that don't already know, I am the chief boating bear, and I like nothing better than to be out on the water in a boat of any description, although I am especially fond of canal boats, and my seal boat, which I keep at Morston, from where I run seal trips to Blakeney Point.

There are no prizes for guessing that my presents from the gang were largely water related, although they do like to give me some surprise presents as well.


Here I am with a selection of the nautical reading material I was thrilled to receive for Christmas. I felt thoroughly spoilt when I opened the latest editions of both of my favourite boating magasines: Waterways World and Canal Boat. I was even more excited when I opened a book called Narrowboat Dreams. Just looking at the title, and knowing how often I dream of narrow boats, I immediately felt a great affinity with the author, and knew I was really going to enjoy this book.

For those who have wondered, the snow and ice didn't keep me away from my seal boat. I was out every day, although I did check that my distress flares were not past their best before date, just in case. I am, however, appreciating the extra few degrees of warmth since mid week. It made no difference to my seals though, as their layer of blubber keeps them warm whatever the weather.

Lots of love Eddie xxx