We have been in Brunswick,GA for 2 1/2 months. Time really flies -- maybe I am just getting old.
We really lucked out on the hurricanes this summer. After Fay, Hannah went right past us but off the coast far enough that we had a light misty rain for about 2 hours and no wind. For a while it looked like she was headed right for us. Paul bought some new lines and we had lots of extras out. We tied down or brought inside everything that we thought might move. We rented a car and were prepared to evacuate but didn't need a thing -- it was better to be prepared than caught unprepared.
We sure kept our eyes on Ike. At first it looked as though he could come right up the east coast. I feel sorry for the people in Texas and even Ohio got some of that.
Our friends Fred & Judy went to Peru for a month and are back now. Boy I hate leaving them. We have had such a good time with them but we will be back together again in the Bahamas. Judy has outdone me in Jewelry. We both bought LOTS of new and beautiful beads. Judy has really taken to it.
Paul got his Master Captain's license. When we read the brochure it said 7 days and about $500. It turned out to take almost a month and about $2000. I guess we should have know dealing with the government. I can't believe how everybody had there hands out for more money. He was fingerprinted 3 times, had a drug screen, physical, CPR, First aid, and had to get a TWIC card. Then he went through all our logs to document his hours.
Our new carpeting is going to be installed tomorrow.
We are planning to leave here on Saturday and arrive in Green Cove Springs,FL on Sunday in time for me to watch the NASCAR race on ABC. We don't get local channels on our satellite TV until we are farther south and also in the Bahamas. We can watch the Nationwide race on the way down on Saturday because it is on ESPN.
I am leaving Wednesday (24) for Solomons MD to help with the Bahamas Charters booth.
We plan to be in Green Cove until late October then head for the Bahamas.
Our good friends Wink & Wilma (John Henry) are in Green Cove and are planning to go with us to the Bahamas.
I have been running every morning and really enjoying it -- except I have a little trouble getting up early enough to beat the heat.
I guess that's all for now.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
FAY
We are setting here in Brunswick, GA keeping a close eye on FAY.
It now looks like all we will get is some heavy rain. This sure has been a screwy one.
We-- we Paul is in school every day- I have been watching the weather channel on TV and several different weather sources on the Internet. When Paul gets home he turns weather works on.
I am one who likes new adventures but this is one adventure I think I could die happy if I missed it.
The past 3 days I hurry to go run because I think the rain will be here shortly. We have had some showers but nothing much YET. The highest wind we have seen is the upper 30s.
TV 2 from Atlanta is here. I ask them if they knew something I didn't But they said they were here just in case.
Today is Paul's last day of Captain's class. He has his test this weekend but at least he will be home with me tomorrow when the worst of Fay should pass by us.
I'll keep you posted.
It now looks like all we will get is some heavy rain. This sure has been a screwy one.
We-- we Paul is in school every day- I have been watching the weather channel on TV and several different weather sources on the Internet. When Paul gets home he turns weather works on.
I am one who likes new adventures but this is one adventure I think I could die happy if I missed it.
The past 3 days I hurry to go run because I think the rain will be here shortly. We have had some showers but nothing much YET. The highest wind we have seen is the upper 30s.
TV 2 from Atlanta is here. I ask them if they knew something I didn't But they said they were here just in case.
Today is Paul's last day of Captain's class. He has his test this weekend but at least he will be home with me tomorrow when the worst of Fay should pass by us.
I'll keep you posted.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Brunswick Georgia
Gosh how time flies. It seems only yesterday I posted the pictures and was going to do a posting to go with them soon - I guess it is soon.
We are in Brunswick Landing Marina Brunswick Ga. We arrived here July 1. We decided to stay here for the summer mainly because of fuel prices. We did not have any big plans and it just seemed prudent to stay here and finally get some of our MANY long overdue projects done.
Our friends Fred & Judy on Amarse are here and we have been doing a lot with them-- that was until they left for Peru for a month. We were walking, all 4 of us, every morning at 8:30 and every evening at 8.
Paul & I have tried to continue it some and I am now running when Paul & I don't walk.
We rented a car to go to Melbourne Beach to visit Paul & Connie Murgo at their condo.
We had a great time but the big thrill for me was getting to see a sea turtle crawl up the beach and dig her nest. I have been interested in Sea turtles since our Graham family vacations in North Carolina.
Several of our RMHYC friends have their boats here and we have enjoyed some cook outs with them.
Paul decided to get his Captains License. He has 3 weekends of all day classes and 2 weeks of evening classes then a weekend to take his exams -- he has added the Master license also. My brother ask if I would have to salute him after he got his Captain's license -- no I am the Admiral but after he get gets his Masters license do I have to bow? So much for his projects.
Judy & I went shopping at Michael's twice and then ordered a bunch of neat jewelry supplies on line. We are well stocked to have a great winter making jewelry.
Wilma and I ordered a basket making kit also. I am set for the winter now if I could just get some of my much needed summer projects done.
We have ordered the fabric for redo our salon but can't begin to come to agreement on the carpeting.
We plan to be here in Brunswick until early to mid September --depending on the hurricanes. We will go back to Green Cove Spring to get ready to go back to the Bahamas Nov 1.
I guess that brings us up to date.
We are in Brunswick Landing Marina Brunswick Ga. We arrived here July 1. We decided to stay here for the summer mainly because of fuel prices. We did not have any big plans and it just seemed prudent to stay here and finally get some of our MANY long overdue projects done.
Our friends Fred & Judy on Amarse are here and we have been doing a lot with them-- that was until they left for Peru for a month. We were walking, all 4 of us, every morning at 8:30 and every evening at 8.
Paul & I have tried to continue it some and I am now running when Paul & I don't walk.
We rented a car to go to Melbourne Beach to visit Paul & Connie Murgo at their condo.
We had a great time but the big thrill for me was getting to see a sea turtle crawl up the beach and dig her nest. I have been interested in Sea turtles since our Graham family vacations in North Carolina.
Several of our RMHYC friends have their boats here and we have enjoyed some cook outs with them.
Paul decided to get his Captains License. He has 3 weekends of all day classes and 2 weeks of evening classes then a weekend to take his exams -- he has added the Master license also. My brother ask if I would have to salute him after he got his Captain's license -- no I am the Admiral but after he get gets his Masters license do I have to bow? So much for his projects.
Judy & I went shopping at Michael's twice and then ordered a bunch of neat jewelry supplies on line. We are well stocked to have a great winter making jewelry.
Wilma and I ordered a basket making kit also. I am set for the winter now if I could just get some of my much needed summer projects done.
We have ordered the fabric for redo our salon but can't begin to come to agreement on the carpeting.
We plan to be here in Brunswick until early to mid September --depending on the hurricanes. We will go back to Green Cove Spring to get ready to go back to the Bahamas Nov 1.
I guess that brings us up to date.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
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Saturday, June 21, 2008
Shuttle launch
Janet & Ken came to Florida for a visit. We went to Titisville to see the shuttle launch.
Even though it was out of sight in 5 minutes it was still worth the trip from Green Cove Springs to Titisvlle.
On the way home to Green Cove Springs we stopped at my favorite restaurant in Daytona Beach- Aunt Catfishes.
Janet & Ken stayed here 4 days then headed north. They made a brief stop in North Carolina before hurrying home to be there when we got to Columbus.
Paul & I had our physicals and got great reports.
Paul flew back to Florida while I stayed to go to Pittsburgh to see Kris &John,(daughter-in-law & Grandson) Wheeling to see Roger (brother) and Moundsville to spend some time with my Mom who just turned 94 and looks great.
Paul &I are both back in Green Cove after a quick trip to Sarasota to take Wilma, John Henry, down to pick up their car. John Henry came in to Green Cove last week. Wink and Wilma plan to take Emma & Amber, their granddaughters on a car trip.
We are planning to leave fo Brunswick Ga next week. Our boat insurance requires us to be north of Florida by June 30 for hurricaine season.
Sunday, June 8, 2008
Ken and the Manatee
Janet & Ken came to visit. We went to see the shuttle launch at Titisville. That was something I have wanted to do for a long time and I was not disappointed! Janet is going to send me the pictures she took and I will post some.
We took a boat trip to a local restaurant. We usually see alligators there but this time there was a Manatee that wanted his belly rubbed.Ken is shown petting him(her?)
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As we came passed Jacksonville Landing our friends Joe & Kathy Pica called us on the VHF. We decided to stop there for the night and had a nice visit. We had not seen them for a couple of years. They just took delivery of their GH37 last fall.
Saturday, June 7, 2008
Pool at West End
This is the same pool where we had our first picture in the Bahamas taking in Dec 2002
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Quick update
I was able to connect my desk top computer to the Internet so I can do a quick post. I say quick because I was playing the dock social butterfly.
We came into West End Marina for one night to wait for our crossing window tomorrow and I have free Wifi.
We left Man O War last Friday, the day after my 65 birthday. We stayed in Man O War so we could go to Hibiscus Cafe for my birthday dinner.
When we get to Green Cove Springs the end of this week I will do a catch up on what we have done the past 3 week when I could only use my lap top to use and it has a broken space bar.
Paul has been checking the wave heights on our satellite weather and they are 1 foot now so I best get off the Internet and into bed. We plan to lave about 6 am.
We came into West End Marina for one night to wait for our crossing window tomorrow and I have free Wifi.
We left Man O War last Friday, the day after my 65 birthday. We stayed in Man O War so we could go to Hibiscus Cafe for my birthday dinner.
When we get to Green Cove Springs the end of this week I will do a catch up on what we have done the past 3 week when I could only use my lap top to use and it has a broken space bar.
Paul has been checking the wave heights on our satellite weather and they are 1 foot now so I best get off the Internet and into bed. We plan to lave about 6 am.
Monday, May 12, 2008
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Sunday, May 4, 2008
Sunday May 4
My Internet is still connected that was great because our TV isn't working so I followed the NASCAR race on the Internet.
Yesterday we had a couple of rain showers then it cleared up.
Paul decided he was going to Marsh Harbour in the dinghy and wanted me to go with him. He SAID the wind had died down a little. What he didn't say was very little but we made. We did have to hustle to the auto parts store to be there before they closed at noon. He got the part he needed.
We went to see Ken Fickett. He was at the dive shop. We sat most of the afternoon visiting with Ken and Keith the owner of the dive shop. About 3 we went to Matilda's Snack Shack for burgers.
The dive shop closes at 5 then Paul & I headed to the grocery. We came back to Gale Force where Ken is staying and where we had tied up the dinghy.
We visited with Ken until after 7 then started back home. The winds were STILL pretty strong and the ride home was "not real comfortable". We could not go very fast because of all the waves. We actually pulled in the harbour about 15 minutes after sunset but still light enough we could see to get to the boat.
I spent the rest of the evening "watching" the NASCAR race on the computer.
Today I got some much needed cleaning done and did some laundry so we are ready to leave here tomorrow. From the looks of the weather forecast we are going to head south first. We are going to Little Harbour and Bite of Robinson. I am looking forward to some good shelling.
Yesterday we had a couple of rain showers then it cleared up.
Paul decided he was going to Marsh Harbour in the dinghy and wanted me to go with him. He SAID the wind had died down a little. What he didn't say was very little but we made. We did have to hustle to the auto parts store to be there before they closed at noon. He got the part he needed.
We went to see Ken Fickett. He was at the dive shop. We sat most of the afternoon visiting with Ken and Keith the owner of the dive shop. About 3 we went to Matilda's Snack Shack for burgers.
The dive shop closes at 5 then Paul & I headed to the grocery. We came back to Gale Force where Ken is staying and where we had tied up the dinghy.
We visited with Ken until after 7 then started back home. The winds were STILL pretty strong and the ride home was "not real comfortable". We could not go very fast because of all the waves. We actually pulled in the harbour about 15 minutes after sunset but still light enough we could see to get to the boat.
I spent the rest of the evening "watching" the NASCAR race on the computer.
Today I got some much needed cleaning done and did some laundry so we are ready to leave here tomorrow. From the looks of the weather forecast we are going to head south first. We are going to Little Harbour and Bite of Robinson. I am looking forward to some good shelling.
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Last Internet for awhile
Friday May 2
Today will probably be my last Internet for awhile. We were headed for Green Turtle for the Island Roots Festival but the wind is still pretty strong for a passage to Green Turtle. Guess we will have to wait until next year.
The wind is supposed to die down Monday so hopefully we can do some exploring.
We had fish sandwiches from Hibiscus Cafe for dinner. I have been doing the commercial announcements on the Cruisers Net for Hibiscus so Neil, the owner, put a piece of Strawberry Tort and Oreo Delight in with our order. The strawberry tort is 6 layers of heaven. I was only going to eat part of it and save some until tomorrow but my will power went out the door. Tomorrow I will have to extend my run.
Paul has been working on the scooter. He has been to the hardware store here twice now he needs some part that he thinks he can get in Marsh Harbour so he is going to run over there in the dinghy tomorrow. With 20+ knot winds I think I will do better running than going with him.
A gentleman that I have talked to several times around the island stopped me today when I was running and said if I wanted some tomatoes to come by his house. Paul & I went this afternoon. He had a yard full of cherry tomatoes. He also gave us a half dozen large ones and a half dozen bananas. The cherry tomatoes are so sweet and there is nothing to compare to homegrown bananas.-- We still don't know the guys name.
We will have another day of "low tide entertainment" here at Pappy's Land.
There is a shallow area in the North entrance to Man O War which is just north of where we are. Almost everyday at least one boat goes aground. Today we had 2. They are usually small rental boats. It is interesting to watch to see how long it takes them to realize all they have to do is get out in 1 foot of water and give the boat a push.
Our KvH is not working so I had to follow the NASCAR race on the Internet -- not quite the same as watching it.
I'll write again when I have Internet.
Today will probably be my last Internet for awhile. We were headed for Green Turtle for the Island Roots Festival but the wind is still pretty strong for a passage to Green Turtle. Guess we will have to wait until next year.
The wind is supposed to die down Monday so hopefully we can do some exploring.
We had fish sandwiches from Hibiscus Cafe for dinner. I have been doing the commercial announcements on the Cruisers Net for Hibiscus so Neil, the owner, put a piece of Strawberry Tort and Oreo Delight in with our order. The strawberry tort is 6 layers of heaven. I was only going to eat part of it and save some until tomorrow but my will power went out the door. Tomorrow I will have to extend my run.
Paul has been working on the scooter. He has been to the hardware store here twice now he needs some part that he thinks he can get in Marsh Harbour so he is going to run over there in the dinghy tomorrow. With 20+ knot winds I think I will do better running than going with him.
A gentleman that I have talked to several times around the island stopped me today when I was running and said if I wanted some tomatoes to come by his house. Paul & I went this afternoon. He had a yard full of cherry tomatoes. He also gave us a half dozen large ones and a half dozen bananas. The cherry tomatoes are so sweet and there is nothing to compare to homegrown bananas.-- We still don't know the guys name.
We will have another day of "low tide entertainment" here at Pappy's Land.
There is a shallow area in the North entrance to Man O War which is just north of where we are. Almost everyday at least one boat goes aground. Today we had 2. They are usually small rental boats. It is interesting to watch to see how long it takes them to realize all they have to do is get out in 1 foot of water and give the boat a push.
Our KvH is not working so I had to follow the NASCAR race on the Internet -- not quite the same as watching it.
I'll write again when I have Internet.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
The end of April
Yesterday we had sort of a lazy day. I fed the fish that swim around our boat all the time. We have quite a number of different kinds and they are fun to watch. It reminds me of when I was a kid and we had an aquarium.
Ken Fickett and his brother-in-law Richard came for dinner.I baked a loaf of Italian bread and made spaghetti and a salad. I made brownies for dessert and served them with butter pecan ice cream.
I ran this morning. Paul worked on the scooter because it has not been running right.
Our Big event for today was going to the hardware store -- not quite like Lowes or Home Depot but they do have a good selection for the Bahamas. Paul was not able to get the exact screws he wanted but was able to get something he can make do.
We stopped at the grocery store on the way back. I got an ice cream sandwich. I haven't had one of those in years but since it was the only choice I had, it tasted pretty good.
We were going to leave tomorrow for Green Turtle for the Island Roots festival but the winds are STILL blowing. This is very reminesient of last year.
Ken Fickett and his brother-in-law Richard came for dinner.I baked a loaf of Italian bread and made spaghetti and a salad. I made brownies for dessert and served them with butter pecan ice cream.
I ran this morning. Paul worked on the scooter because it has not been running right.
Our Big event for today was going to the hardware store -- not quite like Lowes or Home Depot but they do have a good selection for the Bahamas. Paul was not able to get the exact screws he wanted but was able to get something he can make do.
We stopped at the grocery store on the way back. I got an ice cream sandwich. I haven't had one of those in years but since it was the only choice I had, it tasted pretty good.
We were going to leave tomorrow for Green Turtle for the Island Roots festival but the winds are STILL blowing. This is very reminesient of last year.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Return to Man O War
Saturday April 26
Paul started his usual "push" early Saturday morning. He is a morning person and I, obviously, am not. When we are getting ready to go some place and he has a lot on his mind he,somehow, "forgets" to be nice. One of these days he is going to find himself alone in the pilot house and me back in bed where I should not have gotten out of anyhow.
Low tide was a little after 6 AM and since we don't have a lot of water here at our wonderful dock it is prudent to wait until close to high tide to leave. I was in no big hurry.
We did make it safely off the dock at mid tide.
We got to The Conch Inn Marina about 11. The past weeks charterers had already left. I would like to have said goodbye.
Ken Fickett,the owner of Mirage,the company that built our boat and the owner of the charter boat, is here. He is staying on Gale Force, A Great Harbour N47 docked here.
We chatted for a few minutes then he left us alone to do our thing.
Later that evening he took us to dinner at Wally's, a favorite of mine.
Sunday
Paul & I both got up early, no complaints from me, to finish up Semper Fi. The people chartering this week did not show up until almost 11 then they had to do their grocery shopping. We did not have to do much training because they have chartered this boat twice before. They finally got off the dock about 1:30
Ken's brother-in-law Richard is here. Ken has a motorcycle and we loaned him our scooter so he and Richard could go to Cherokee and Little Harbour.
We were going to leave today but since it is so late we decided to stay here and watch the NASCAR race -- good thing.Our KvH is not working. Paul hooked up the cable and we watched the race. My Carl Edwards had tire problems and did not do well so this would have been a good one for me to miss.
After the race we took a walk in town.
Ken & Richard were here when we got back and we all went to Curly Tails for dinner.
Monday
I got up early, yes again, to get some laundry done before we leave. If Paul does not get our water maker working we will have very limited water until we get back to the states so I will not be doing much laundry. I wanted everything done up.
After I got a load in the washer and one in the dryer we left to go to the grocery.
Groceries are more expensive here than in the states but cheaper than the out islands.
Ken & Richard were pulling out in Gale Force when we got back.
I finished my laundry then we pulled out of our slip and on to the fuel dock so we could load the scooter. It has been off the boat since November.
I slept all the way back to Man O War. It was probably a nice trip but I missed it.
We are "home" now on our nice dock.
I have my Internet back.
I made a loaf of bread and some buns.
I fixed hamburgers & fries for dinner.
It is fun to be able to play on the Internet again.
Sorry no new pictures.
Paul started his usual "push" early Saturday morning. He is a morning person and I, obviously, am not. When we are getting ready to go some place and he has a lot on his mind he,somehow, "forgets" to be nice. One of these days he is going to find himself alone in the pilot house and me back in bed where I should not have gotten out of anyhow.
Low tide was a little after 6 AM and since we don't have a lot of water here at our wonderful dock it is prudent to wait until close to high tide to leave. I was in no big hurry.
We did make it safely off the dock at mid tide.
We got to The Conch Inn Marina about 11. The past weeks charterers had already left. I would like to have said goodbye.
Ken Fickett,the owner of Mirage,the company that built our boat and the owner of the charter boat, is here. He is staying on Gale Force, A Great Harbour N47 docked here.
We chatted for a few minutes then he left us alone to do our thing.
Later that evening he took us to dinner at Wally's, a favorite of mine.
Sunday
Paul & I both got up early, no complaints from me, to finish up Semper Fi. The people chartering this week did not show up until almost 11 then they had to do their grocery shopping. We did not have to do much training because they have chartered this boat twice before. They finally got off the dock about 1:30
Ken's brother-in-law Richard is here. Ken has a motorcycle and we loaned him our scooter so he and Richard could go to Cherokee and Little Harbour.
We were going to leave today but since it is so late we decided to stay here and watch the NASCAR race -- good thing.Our KvH is not working. Paul hooked up the cable and we watched the race. My Carl Edwards had tire problems and did not do well so this would have been a good one for me to miss.
After the race we took a walk in town.
Ken & Richard were here when we got back and we all went to Curly Tails for dinner.
Monday
I got up early, yes again, to get some laundry done before we leave. If Paul does not get our water maker working we will have very limited water until we get back to the states so I will not be doing much laundry. I wanted everything done up.
After I got a load in the washer and one in the dryer we left to go to the grocery.
Groceries are more expensive here than in the states but cheaper than the out islands.
Ken & Richard were pulling out in Gale Force when we got back.
I finished my laundry then we pulled out of our slip and on to the fuel dock so we could load the scooter. It has been off the boat since November.
I slept all the way back to Man O War. It was probably a nice trip but I missed it.
We are "home" now on our nice dock.
I have my Internet back.
I made a loaf of bread and some buns.
I fixed hamburgers & fries for dinner.
It is fun to be able to play on the Internet again.
Sorry no new pictures.
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Friday April 25
I will not be able to post for a few days so I thought I would do a quick update.
I did finally get to talk to my Mom. She said she had a nice birthday. She has quite a bit of company which I am sure makes her life better.
I did my longest run in many months today and it felt good. Also I got to see Mystic leaving Man O War when I was out on the end ot the island. It is really rough out there and not what I would call a good day to leave -- that is one of the big differences (besides size) between us and cruise ship -- they have to go on a schedule.
I went to Hibiscus and got carry out,coconut conch, for lunch.
Paul worked on the water maker today.
We are headed to Marsh Harbour in the morning.
I did finally get to talk to my Mom. She said she had a nice birthday. She has quite a bit of company which I am sure makes her life better.
I did my longest run in many months today and it felt good. Also I got to see Mystic leaving Man O War when I was out on the end ot the island. It is really rough out there and not what I would call a good day to leave -- that is one of the big differences (besides size) between us and cruise ship -- they have to go on a schedule.
I went to Hibiscus and got carry out,coconut conch, for lunch.
Paul worked on the water maker today.
We are headed to Marsh Harbour in the morning.
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Man O War update
Yesterday just as I got ready to go run Paul saw the front line of a front coming so I delayed my run -- good thing I would have gotten soaked. But then the sun came out and it was another beautiful day except the winds picked up.
The Tall Ship Mystic came in the North Man O War cut and anchored not far from where we are. It had been announced on the cruisers net that she was coming in so we watched for her. I went up to the crow's nest after someone reported spotting her. I walked down to the waterfront on the outside of the harbour as she got closer and she passed about 50 yards from me. I got some beautiful pictures. I will post them.
It was my Mom's 94 birthday. I tried to call her on the satellite phone but no answer. Our Internet was out in the evening so I did not get to wish her a happy birthday. I am still trying today. I have called several times and I will try again later.
Thursday April 24
Paul decided to go for a walk today. I ran to the western end of the island while he walked. When I met up with him on the way back I walked the rest of the way with him.
We took the dinghy out to take advantage of the free tour offered on the Mystic.
She is 170 ft long, 34 feet wide and rigging 107ft. Her draft is 10 ft with the centerboard up and 18 ft with it down. She was built in Freeport FL, in the northern panhandle. She is a year and a half old. She is used for cruises here in the Bahamas and in Baltimore, MD and Mystic, CN.
We really enjoyed our tour.
We stopped at the marina to check out their library. Paul get about 6 books - I got one.
The Tall Ship Mystic came in the North Man O War cut and anchored not far from where we are. It had been announced on the cruisers net that she was coming in so we watched for her. I went up to the crow's nest after someone reported spotting her. I walked down to the waterfront on the outside of the harbour as she got closer and she passed about 50 yards from me. I got some beautiful pictures. I will post them.
It was my Mom's 94 birthday. I tried to call her on the satellite phone but no answer. Our Internet was out in the evening so I did not get to wish her a happy birthday. I am still trying today. I have called several times and I will try again later.
Thursday April 24
Paul decided to go for a walk today. I ran to the western end of the island while he walked. When I met up with him on the way back I walked the rest of the way with him.
We took the dinghy out to take advantage of the free tour offered on the Mystic.
She is 170 ft long, 34 feet wide and rigging 107ft. Her draft is 10 ft with the centerboard up and 18 ft with it down. She was built in Freeport FL, in the northern panhandle. She is a year and a half old. She is used for cruises here in the Bahamas and in Baltimore, MD and Mystic, CN.
We really enjoyed our tour.
We stopped at the marina to check out their library. Paul get about 6 books - I got one.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Tuesday April 22 Man O War
Tuesday 4/22/08 update
I did not run yesterday probably because I was up until after 2 AM trying to post my last blog. I just had sort of a lazy day.
Paul worked on the generator and thinks he has it fix. I did a load of laundry.
I was playing on the Internet when Joann Estep Swartz and I started emailing back & forth. She has decided she will look into her family coming here to the Bahamas for Thanksgiving. For many years our families got together for Thanksgiving. I think it would be wonderful.
We did go into town to the grocery store.
Paul grilled steaks for dinner.
Today I did go run. I ran very well. Must have been the day off.
I worked on shells and jewelry.
I tried putting pictures in this blog but all I get is a bunch of letter so check my latest pictures to see the batfish that is right off our dock.
Time to get my conch horn and head up to the crow's nest for another beautiful sunset--tough life
I did not run yesterday probably because I was up until after 2 AM trying to post my last blog. I just had sort of a lazy day.
Paul worked on the generator and thinks he has it fix. I did a load of laundry.
I was playing on the Internet when Joann Estep Swartz and I started emailing back & forth. She has decided she will look into her family coming here to the Bahamas for Thanksgiving. For many years our families got together for Thanksgiving. I think it would be wonderful.
We did go into town to the grocery store.
Paul grilled steaks for dinner.
Today I did go run. I ran very well. Must have been the day off.
I worked on shells and jewelry.
I tried putting pictures in this blog but all I get is a bunch of letter so check my latest pictures to see the batfish that is right off our dock.
Time to get my conch horn and head up to the crow's nest for another beautiful sunset--tough life
Monday, April 21, 2008
Man O War update
Friday April 18
I am back running again. I have my fingers crossed that I will be able to run again regularly. I am starting out slow. I ran a little over 2 miles today. It felt great.
Since I am sure I lost some weight we went to the Hibiscus Cafe for lunch so I could add it back on. I had my favorite the coconut conch.
We took the dinghy up to the Narrows. I walked the shore line shelling. I got a few things but nothing new or spectacular.
We were still full at dinner so I just made taco salads.
We took our conch horns to the crow's nest at sunset.
Saturday April 19
I went to run. I ran 3 miles today and felt great.
I talked with Janet, Kathy Estep, JoAnn Estep (I can't remember her married name), and Tammy Kirk. They were in West Virginia going to see Mom for her 94 birthday which is Wednesday. I know Mom will enjoy it.
Paul started the generator. It ran about 1/2 hour and died. He worked and worked trying to get it going again. He called the marina so we could go in and connect up to electric but they did not have any slips available. We called Roger & Jeanie and ask if we could hook up to the electric here at Pappy's Land. They very generously said yes and told us where to get the keys to the house so we could turn it on.
We walked up to Willard's House (the caretaker for Pappy's Land) and got the keys. Paul got us connected up to electric and the batteries are charging just fine.
John Henry met up with Semper Fi to pick up the skiff. The people chartering Semper Fi had rented it for the week and now Wink & Wilma are taking it back to the states.
John Henry, Moonbean & Salty Dawg anchored at Man Jack. They are on their was back to the states.
Gary & Ann and Lyann & Rick are the people chartering Semper Fi. We met them last year when they chartered. They are from Canada. We all went to dinner together at Hibiscus. I had a fabulous steak filet. Paul had blackened Mahi Mahi.
We had a great time. They are nice fun people.
Sunday April 20
I went to run. I ran a little over 3 miles. Felt great!
Paul & I went to Church at the New Life Bible Church. I enjoy going there and Randy is a great Minister.
Pappy's Land is on a hill and our satellite dish is blocked so I watched the NASCAR race on my computer -- just a wee bit different than our TV which will seem like a big screen after this.
Paul took me to an area that is out of the water at low tide. Tonight is the full moon so the low tide should have been very low but it wasn't. I really didn't find much.
After dinner Paul & I took our conch horns up to the crow's nest. We heard several other horns tonight. We had a beautiful evening watching the full moon come up.
I am back running again. I have my fingers crossed that I will be able to run again regularly. I am starting out slow. I ran a little over 2 miles today. It felt great.
Since I am sure I lost some weight we went to the Hibiscus Cafe for lunch so I could add it back on. I had my favorite the coconut conch.
We took the dinghy up to the Narrows. I walked the shore line shelling. I got a few things but nothing new or spectacular.
We were still full at dinner so I just made taco salads.
We took our conch horns to the crow's nest at sunset.
Saturday April 19
I went to run. I ran 3 miles today and felt great.
I talked with Janet, Kathy Estep, JoAnn Estep (I can't remember her married name), and Tammy Kirk. They were in West Virginia going to see Mom for her 94 birthday which is Wednesday. I know Mom will enjoy it.
Paul started the generator. It ran about 1/2 hour and died. He worked and worked trying to get it going again. He called the marina so we could go in and connect up to electric but they did not have any slips available. We called Roger & Jeanie and ask if we could hook up to the electric here at Pappy's Land. They very generously said yes and told us where to get the keys to the house so we could turn it on.
We walked up to Willard's House (the caretaker for Pappy's Land) and got the keys. Paul got us connected up to electric and the batteries are charging just fine.
John Henry met up with Semper Fi to pick up the skiff. The people chartering Semper Fi had rented it for the week and now Wink & Wilma are taking it back to the states.
John Henry, Moonbean & Salty Dawg anchored at Man Jack. They are on their was back to the states.
Gary & Ann and Lyann & Rick are the people chartering Semper Fi. We met them last year when they chartered. They are from Canada. We all went to dinner together at Hibiscus. I had a fabulous steak filet. Paul had blackened Mahi Mahi.
We had a great time. They are nice fun people.
Sunday April 20
I went to run. I ran a little over 3 miles. Felt great!
Paul & I went to Church at the New Life Bible Church. I enjoy going there and Randy is a great Minister.
Pappy's Land is on a hill and our satellite dish is blocked so I watched the NASCAR race on my computer -- just a wee bit different than our TV which will seem like a big screen after this.
Paul took me to an area that is out of the water at low tide. Tonight is the full moon so the low tide should have been very low but it wasn't. I really didn't find much.
After dinner Paul & I took our conch horns up to the crow's nest. We heard several other horns tonight. We had a beautiful evening watching the full moon come up.
Friday, April 18, 2008
Progression from Boat Harbour to Man O War
We left Boat Harbour as planned April 10 exactly 5 months after we arrived. It was a short 5 months. I don't know where the time went but we did have another wonderful winter with our RMHYC family.
We made the long trip from Boat Harbour to Matt Lowe Cay -- about 4 miles.We anchored at Matt Lowe for 2 beautiful nights. The weather was perfect. The water was very warm. We snorkeled all around with no wet suits and were very comfortable.
We did have a large ray that seemed to be around most of the time except when I finally remembered to get my camera out. We also had 2 turtles. The stars were spectacular every night. This is the kind of life that makes living on the boat so wonderful.
We took a few short dinghy trips around the area and all too soon it was time to leave.
We traveled all the way into Marsh Harbour, maybe 5 miles this time. We took a slip at The Conch Inn Marina to make it easier for the Charter transfer this week end.
We said so long to Bill and Karen Issacs who said they had a wonderful time on their charter. They are a very nice young couple.
Paul and I worked on Semper Fi
We were going to Walley's for dinner but we were too tired so we got a pizza and watched the NASCAR race.
Sunday we fueled up Semper Fi, got the Pitts off on their charter. The wind started picking up about the time they left. They were headed for Green Turtle Cay. We gave them the way points for Don't Rock Pass. They called us on the radio later and said they had a good trip.
We did a little grocery shopping then headed out after the winds had picked up more.
We made our longest trip so far since leaving Boat Harbour. We came to Man O War which is about 6 miles but plenty long with the winds about 30 knots.
We tied up at the dock at Pappy's Land. Our friends Roger and Jeanie Young have already gone back to Washington but offered their dock.
The winds picked up more. Our ananometer recored 38knots.
We took the dinghy to Corkies. Paul helped Charlie a little bit with getting ready to leave the house for the summer. We stayed for dinner. Tom & Carol Mulligan (sailing vessell Maggie) and their dog Barney also joined us.
When we got home I turned on the TV. We had free Stars Movies this week end. I rarely watch a movie but I started watching Hoax with Richard Gere. It was a good movie BUT at midnight with about 30 minutes to go in the movie the free Stars weekend ended-- so much for the movie.
Monday the winds continued to howl. Paul went to help Charlie for a while. I enjoyed reading a book and watching the fish around our boat.
Tuesday Paul went to help Charlie. I cleaned our boat and finished crocheting a rag rug I have been working on for quite awhile. It did not turn out very good and Paul thinks it is ugly so I am not sure what I am going to do with it. I made it for the bathroom -- who knows where it will end up?
It was chilly so I baked to warm up the boat. I made bread and cookies.
In the late afternoon we moved the boat to Charlie's dock. Charlie grilled steaaks for supper. I fixed rice and salad.
The wind continued to howl all night.
Wednesday I fixed french toast with the bread I made yesterday. Charlie & Judy came for breakfast so they would not have more work to get ready to go.
We left their dock about 10 am. The wind was STILL blowing. The trip to Boat Harbour was pretty bouncy.
We called Jeff our favorite taxi driver. He picked up Judy, Charlie and Stormy to take them to the airport.
WInk, Wilma, Sara, Paul & I walked to Matilda's Snack Shack. Betty & Klause walked over from Mangoes Marina. We all had Matildda's hamburgers. Wink says they are the very best hamburgers.
I played on the Internet when we got back to Boat Harbour.
We went to John Henry to visit with Wink & Wilma a little longer then finally headed back to Man O War and Pappy's Land. We need to come in here at high tide because the water is pretty shallow here. The wind had died a very little, it was still a pretty bumpy trip.
Pat & Pat from Salty Dawg who are on Charlies mooring came over to invite us for a happy hour. Tom and Carol (Maggie) are on the mooring next to them so they invited them also. We had a nice visit.
It was late when we got home so we just finshed up our left over pizza also we had snacked a lot at the happy hour.
Thursday
We took a trip into "town". We went to Joe's Studio, one of my favorite little shops.
We went to the marina and I signed up to get Internet for one week -- so I could update my blog. We walked up the hill to see Paula & Randy Crowe, the Minister and his wife from the New Life Bible Church. They have been working on restoring a cute little cottage next to the church that they are going to use for visiting Missionaries. It is very nice. If I came to visit I think they would have a hard time getting rid of me.
We took a walk on the beach. The wind is finally calming down but the waves were still pretty high. It is still so beautiful. The fishing tournaments have started and even with the rough waters the sport fishing boats were out there.
After dinner we walked up to the crow's nest here at Pappy's Land to watch the beautiful sunset.
We played our after dinner card game then I played on the Internet.
We made the long trip from Boat Harbour to Matt Lowe Cay -- about 4 miles.We anchored at Matt Lowe for 2 beautiful nights. The weather was perfect. The water was very warm. We snorkeled all around with no wet suits and were very comfortable.
We did have a large ray that seemed to be around most of the time except when I finally remembered to get my camera out. We also had 2 turtles. The stars were spectacular every night. This is the kind of life that makes living on the boat so wonderful.
We took a few short dinghy trips around the area and all too soon it was time to leave.
We traveled all the way into Marsh Harbour, maybe 5 miles this time. We took a slip at The Conch Inn Marina to make it easier for the Charter transfer this week end.
We said so long to Bill and Karen Issacs who said they had a wonderful time on their charter. They are a very nice young couple.
Paul and I worked on Semper Fi
We were going to Walley's for dinner but we were too tired so we got a pizza and watched the NASCAR race.
Sunday we fueled up Semper Fi, got the Pitts off on their charter. The wind started picking up about the time they left. They were headed for Green Turtle Cay. We gave them the way points for Don't Rock Pass. They called us on the radio later and said they had a good trip.
We did a little grocery shopping then headed out after the winds had picked up more.
We made our longest trip so far since leaving Boat Harbour. We came to Man O War which is about 6 miles but plenty long with the winds about 30 knots.
We tied up at the dock at Pappy's Land. Our friends Roger and Jeanie Young have already gone back to Washington but offered their dock.
The winds picked up more. Our ananometer recored 38knots.
We took the dinghy to Corkies. Paul helped Charlie a little bit with getting ready to leave the house for the summer. We stayed for dinner. Tom & Carol Mulligan (sailing vessell Maggie) and their dog Barney also joined us.
When we got home I turned on the TV. We had free Stars Movies this week end. I rarely watch a movie but I started watching Hoax with Richard Gere. It was a good movie BUT at midnight with about 30 minutes to go in the movie the free Stars weekend ended-- so much for the movie.
Monday the winds continued to howl. Paul went to help Charlie for a while. I enjoyed reading a book and watching the fish around our boat.
Tuesday Paul went to help Charlie. I cleaned our boat and finished crocheting a rag rug I have been working on for quite awhile. It did not turn out very good and Paul thinks it is ugly so I am not sure what I am going to do with it. I made it for the bathroom -- who knows where it will end up?
It was chilly so I baked to warm up the boat. I made bread and cookies.
In the late afternoon we moved the boat to Charlie's dock. Charlie grilled steaaks for supper. I fixed rice and salad.
The wind continued to howl all night.
Wednesday I fixed french toast with the bread I made yesterday. Charlie & Judy came for breakfast so they would not have more work to get ready to go.
We left their dock about 10 am. The wind was STILL blowing. The trip to Boat Harbour was pretty bouncy.
We called Jeff our favorite taxi driver. He picked up Judy, Charlie and Stormy to take them to the airport.
WInk, Wilma, Sara, Paul & I walked to Matilda's Snack Shack. Betty & Klause walked over from Mangoes Marina. We all had Matildda's hamburgers. Wink says they are the very best hamburgers.
I played on the Internet when we got back to Boat Harbour.
We went to John Henry to visit with Wink & Wilma a little longer then finally headed back to Man O War and Pappy's Land. We need to come in here at high tide because the water is pretty shallow here. The wind had died a very little, it was still a pretty bumpy trip.
Pat & Pat from Salty Dawg who are on Charlies mooring came over to invite us for a happy hour. Tom and Carol (Maggie) are on the mooring next to them so they invited them also. We had a nice visit.
It was late when we got home so we just finshed up our left over pizza also we had snacked a lot at the happy hour.
Thursday
We took a trip into "town". We went to Joe's Studio, one of my favorite little shops.
We went to the marina and I signed up to get Internet for one week -- so I could update my blog. We walked up the hill to see Paula & Randy Crowe, the Minister and his wife from the New Life Bible Church. They have been working on restoring a cute little cottage next to the church that they are going to use for visiting Missionaries. It is very nice. If I came to visit I think they would have a hard time getting rid of me.
We took a walk on the beach. The wind is finally calming down but the waves were still pretty high. It is still so beautiful. The fishing tournaments have started and even with the rough waters the sport fishing boats were out there.
After dinner we walked up to the crow's nest here at Pappy's Land to watch the beautiful sunset.
We played our after dinner card game then I played on the Internet.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Wednesday April 9
Boat Harbour gave us an extension on our rates until tomorrow. We are planning to leave here tomorrow. Don't know when I will have Internet.
Wink & Wilma have their 2 granddaughters visiting. They came to Odyssey to make an ankle bracelet and also each made a necklace. We had fun.
Moon Bean a GH N37 with Klaus & Betty came in yesterday. Wink, Wilma, the girls, Klaus, Betty, Paul and I all went to Jamie's for dinner. Betty & I went to Rake & Scrape afterwards and had fun dancing to Brown Tips music.
Betty, Wilma, Jan ( Roving Seas) and I walked Eastern Shore today. We had a first for me. Those of you who have been here and walked Eastern Shore know there is a gate at the end with a beautiful house behind it. The caretaker invited us in for a tour today. It was really neat.
I went to Ladies lunch at The Chinese restaurant today.
I have been working on the rag rug I am crocheting.
When we leave tomorrow there will just be John Henry and Roving Seas as the only Yacht club boats still here except for the 2 that stay here year round but even those 2 have no one aboard. Chipka Fire is still here waiting for the captain & crew to come take her home. Sure does look empty around here.
Boat Harbour gave us an extension on our rates until tomorrow. We are planning to leave here tomorrow. Don't know when I will have Internet.
Wink & Wilma have their 2 granddaughters visiting. They came to Odyssey to make an ankle bracelet and also each made a necklace. We had fun.
Moon Bean a GH N37 with Klaus & Betty came in yesterday. Wink, Wilma, the girls, Klaus, Betty, Paul and I all went to Jamie's for dinner. Betty & I went to Rake & Scrape afterwards and had fun dancing to Brown Tips music.
Betty, Wilma, Jan ( Roving Seas) and I walked Eastern Shore today. We had a first for me. Those of you who have been here and walked Eastern Shore know there is a gate at the end with a beautiful house behind it. The caretaker invited us in for a tour today. It was really neat.
I went to Ladies lunch at The Chinese restaurant today.
I have been working on the rag rug I am crocheting.
When we leave tomorrow there will just be John Henry and Roving Seas as the only Yacht club boats still here except for the 2 that stay here year round but even those 2 have no one aboard. Chipka Fire is still here waiting for the captain & crew to come take her home. Sure does look empty around here.
Monday, April 7, 2008
April 7 2008
I guess I should digress a little here and bring things up to date.
We crossed from Lake Worth Fl to The Bahamas Nov 4. Charlie Corkum traveled with us from Green Cove Springs FL to Man O War Bahamas.
We spent 3 days helping Charlie to get settled in his house in Man O War.
We arrived at Boat Harbour Nov 10. We were one of the very early arrivals so it was great fun to greet our friends new and old as they arrived.
We had 5 Great Harbours here this year. Double JJ was the first to arrive, then Pelican, then John Henry and Sea Dee. Our Great Harbour family keeps growing.
We were very busy again this year with all our RMHYC activities. Paul with his bar tending duties and I co chaired the chili cook off and the beach party. Judy Law (Amarse) helped me with my jewelry this year and we did very well on "our" sales. I say our, Judy will not take any credit but she was a BIG help.
I did some silk paintings and my new project (learned at Stitch and Bitch), as if I needed another project, is basket making. I have made 3 beautiful baskets.
A big highlight for us was the all too short week visit of grandson John. He is 10 years old now. We had a wonderful, very full, week.
Keith and Vicki Babbert came for a week in early Feb. Ryan Dyson came for a week in mid March.
We enjoyed all of our company. Paul and Connie Murgo (The Rose) came for a visit but stayed in a rental house.
We have so many good friends here but all too fast comes the time to see everybody heading back to the states. We are about the last. Wink and Wilma (John Henry) are still here. They plan to leave next week.
We are planning to leave Boat Harbour Thursday. We will go to Man O War for a week or two then start working our way SLOWLY up the island chain and back to Florida.
Andy ( SEA DEE) helped me set this blog up before he left in early March but I am just now getting around to this. We will have only sporadic Internet until we get back to the states and then I will try to start regular post.
I will get back into the picture mode and post pictures also, but I will have to learn how.
I guess I should digress a little here and bring things up to date.
We crossed from Lake Worth Fl to The Bahamas Nov 4. Charlie Corkum traveled with us from Green Cove Springs FL to Man O War Bahamas.
We spent 3 days helping Charlie to get settled in his house in Man O War.
We arrived at Boat Harbour Nov 10. We were one of the very early arrivals so it was great fun to greet our friends new and old as they arrived.
We had 5 Great Harbours here this year. Double JJ was the first to arrive, then Pelican, then John Henry and Sea Dee. Our Great Harbour family keeps growing.
We were very busy again this year with all our RMHYC activities. Paul with his bar tending duties and I co chaired the chili cook off and the beach party. Judy Law (Amarse) helped me with my jewelry this year and we did very well on "our" sales. I say our, Judy will not take any credit but she was a BIG help.
I did some silk paintings and my new project (learned at Stitch and Bitch), as if I needed another project, is basket making. I have made 3 beautiful baskets.
A big highlight for us was the all too short week visit of grandson John. He is 10 years old now. We had a wonderful, very full, week.
Keith and Vicki Babbert came for a week in early Feb. Ryan Dyson came for a week in mid March.
We enjoyed all of our company. Paul and Connie Murgo (The Rose) came for a visit but stayed in a rental house.
We have so many good friends here but all too fast comes the time to see everybody heading back to the states. We are about the last. Wink and Wilma (John Henry) are still here. They plan to leave next week.
We are planning to leave Boat Harbour Thursday. We will go to Man O War for a week or two then start working our way SLOWLY up the island chain and back to Florida.
Andy ( SEA DEE) helped me set this blog up before he left in early March but I am just now getting around to this. We will have only sporadic Internet until we get back to the states and then I will try to start regular post.
I will get back into the picture mode and post pictures also, but I will have to learn how.
Sunday, March 30, 2008
I guess this is my first real post
Today is Saturday March 29.
We are managing the charters for Semper Fi for Mirage. We had a charter come in at noon today. We went to the Conch Inn to assist them in. Beth & Doug Brockman from Middletown Ohio. They had lousy weather most of the week but said they and their son and 2 daughters had a great time.
I brought them back to Boat Harbour to show them our boat.
After they headed on their way I packed a lunch and went back to Semper Fi for a picnic with Paul. He had some engine work to do. Also Doug thought there was a water leak at the kitchen sink but Paul could not it. He thinks they just pulled the sprayer out too far.
I did my cleaning.
We came home and were both tired so we ordered a pizza.
We played a game of Phase Ten which Paul won.
I checked my email and posted this before heading to bed.
We had several emails from friends who have arrived back in Florida. Boat Harbour is emptying out. But Jerry & Deb, Island Princess, did come back to their boat today.
We are managing the charters for Semper Fi for Mirage. We had a charter come in at noon today. We went to the Conch Inn to assist them in. Beth & Doug Brockman from Middletown Ohio. They had lousy weather most of the week but said they and their son and 2 daughters had a great time.
I brought them back to Boat Harbour to show them our boat.
After they headed on their way I packed a lunch and went back to Semper Fi for a picnic with Paul. He had some engine work to do. Also Doug thought there was a water leak at the kitchen sink but Paul could not it. He thinks they just pulled the sprayer out too far.
I did my cleaning.
We came home and were both tired so we ordered a pizza.
We played a game of Phase Ten which Paul won.
I checked my email and posted this before heading to bed.
We had several emails from friends who have arrived back in Florida. Boat Harbour is emptying out. But Jerry & Deb, Island Princess, did come back to their boat today.
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