We have recently awarded a minor grant to the British Loan Service Brunei RN Community to enable Naval families to get together and spend quality time doing various activities.
Five families have formed a small Naval contingent in Brunei, ranging from young families to older couples with their oldest member being almost 60 years old, and the youngest one merely one year old. The families have been isolated from the UK, and from each other during the Covid lockdowns and have now found an opportunity to spend some quality time together by having a family away day.
"All 5 naval families took a boat ride out to Pelong Rock, where we snorkeled in clear water, giving us beautiful views of the corals and marine life. We then went to Pelumpong Spit for a lovely picnic spread of sparkling juice, chicken rice, fruit and hummus. Jet Skiing was the highlight for many of us, especially Liz Dickson, who didn’t want to give the jet ski back! The children were all able to ride the jet skis with the adults, and Jack Stevens was even allowed to drive one with a guide. We missed Maddie who was a bit young but she joined us later for a swim at the Yacht Club. Thanks to the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) who awarded us the funding to create such an amazing experience.
We had so much fun at our Navy away day on Sunday. Thank you so much for enabling us to do something so special.
Loan Service in Brunei is quite a stressful posting at times, and this day reminded us of the unique things we can do here and helps us deal with the more difficult aspects of life here. We really do appreciate the funding. Thank you so very much.
Karen O'Rawe
