Since last post, we left Stuart , headed north on the ICW (inter Coastal waterway) to Ft Pierce. The winds and currents were so strong in Ft Pierce, Tadpole was “crabbing” 60 degrees off true course. .. so we aborted our attempt to enter the marina and anchored out nearby.
The following evening, we anchored in Titusville, then on to New Smyrna Beach and enjoyed a walk through historic downtown and dinner at Blackbeard’s , left early the next morning before the winds picked up-- our single engine makes maneuvering among several other boats challenging!
We made a quick stop in Daytona for fuel. (100 gal x$3.02).
Now, we are here in lovely, historic St Augustine for a much needed restful 2 days
Tracy and Eric came over from Jacksonville and spent the evening with us. After dinner, walked down
St George St and stopped for ice cream. They will meet us for a Mother’s day weekend in Brunswick, Ga.
Plans today include walking through the fort and later having dinner with our sister in law, Claire, and nephew, Tony. Hope to be able to enjoy some limited shopping .
Summary: In the first two weeks of our journey we have experienced some stressful moments as expected, correcting some mechanical issues and gaining additional experience.
We are doing well in setting up a workable routine on our limited space floating home..some “Loopers"
We are doing well in setting up a workable routine on our limited space floating home..some “Loopers"
do not bring enough STUFF, some bring too much…we brought too much!
I think tomorrow, as we leave Florida and enter Georgia, we will realize that this not just an outing
I think tomorrow, as we leave Florida and enter Georgia, we will realize that this not just an outing
but a journey..a journey that we have dreamed of doing together.
Happy birthday, Nicole
Eric and I had so much fun...good food, good drink, and great company, Can't wait until saturday to do it again. Remember the glass is half full ( except with wine then its filled to the rim!!)
ReplyDeleteYou are exactly right this is a journey of a lifetime, very few are lucky enough and or brave enough to put the remote down, leave the comfort and "safety of our nest" to venture into such a journey!! It will be rewarding beyond imagination, not always easy but...
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