At the weekend, Jackie Cobell successfully completed a solo crossing of the English Channel in 28 hours 44 minutes, a new record (if you can call it that.) The plot of her swim (see picture that someone posted on the Channel group) shows what an incredible and amazing achievement this was.
The well wishes and posts on the Channel site show just how inspiring Jackie's swim has been to so many people, seemingly far more so than when someone completes a fast crossing. I know when I start whining at nine hours, I'll think of Jackie and remind myself that you just put one arm in front of the other, all the way til the feet hit sand. And whining isn't going to get you there any faster (and just annoys your support crew.)
A quick crossing seems out of reach of most of us; either we don't have the technique / physique / time to devote to ever getting that fast. But when we see someone who doesn't have those qualities but instead demonstrates perseverance, tenacity, stamina - things that can and should be within reach of us all - then that truly is an inspiration.
Gosh, look at me all tired and emotional.....
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