7 years ago since I passed out of BRNC Dartmouth and I’m now in the final few months of my first job as a 2 1/2. Interesting to note: not one of those who also commissioned from the ranks with me, have submitted their notice to leave. Probably the best retention scheme going.

Not a bad start for the first commute back to work.

And she’s off

Tweet didn’t age well: absolutely nothing to play for on the final day…

You can’t beat of bully. Alan Soutar @

A great afternoon of Darts followed by Bullseye in the evening. Couldn’t think of a better venue 🎯

There are worse places to be stranded. Waiting on parts from the mainland.

Another day in paradise. #Alderney

Every retired officer who comes back as a “consultant”….

There needs to be a clear threat to life, before one can engage. Another person who fails to understand rules of engagement. JSP 398

Bloody sailors and their fancy dress…. x.com/hmsdauntless/s…

Bloody sailors and their fancy dress….. Chris Parry x.com/hmsdauntless/s…

For sailors of a certain vintage they will understand this figurine. The now retired Commodore Jamie Miller has clearly left some loafing onboard, at some point during a visit to the Ship.

Back at sea

Red sky at night, sailor’s delight.

Pea soup.

Laundry is busy today.

Not a bad way to watch The Lions whilst at sea.