Coco say please bring some for me too
SUCCESS!!!!!
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
A day in the life of the lobstermen
Off they go -- my heros
Coco say please bring some for me too
SUCCESS!!!!!
Coco say please bring some for me too
SUCCESS!!!!!
Our trip to Shell Cay
Paul enjoyed the ride more than the shelling although he ans Sara did walk all the way around the island
Jeanie & I did not miss much --we hope
Mary had a good view with the viewing bucket
Robert wasn't as interested in the shelling but did enjoy the beach
Mary, Robert, Sara and behind the curtain our Captain Roger on our trip to Shell Cay to go shelling
Jeanie & I did not miss much --we hope
Mary had a good view with the viewing bucket
Robert wasn't as interested in the shelling but did enjoy the beach
Mary, Robert, Sara and behind the curtain our Captain Roger on our trip to Shell Cay to go shelling
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Tuesday December 29
Busy week
Sunday Paul & I and about 40 other people joined Bob & Judy Williams aboard their boat Shade Mor for another great trip to Nippers. It is always fun to go to Nippers. I love the beautiful beach, the Sunday Pig roast and seeing other friends who are not at Boat Harbour but as much as I enjoy all that I also enjoy the trip up and back. It seems every time I get acquainted or better acquainted with different people.
Paul made our dock reservations for the Barefoot Man concert the first weekend in March --I know that will be a great time.
Monday Paul went out with the walking group so I walked also EXCEPT Paul took off with the REALLY fast walkers. I'm just glad he went out. Today I ran. I have been walking more than running and I need to get back to my running. I enjoy the company on the walk but I enjoy my running also. We have about 40 different people in the walking group but usually only 15 to 20 each time -- both men & women. Our course is 4 miles one day and 3 the next. I prefer to run the 4 miler.
Walking is 8:30, water aerobics at 9:30 and Yoga at 11. I don't try to do them all in one day anymore after I just about did myself in.
I missed Stitch & Bitch the past 2 weeks. I have not made one basket class yet and that is something I really want to do. I have gone to Ladies lunch the past couple weeks but will miss tomorrow.
Some friends of ours met another friend and ask why they don't come to Boat Harbour with the rest of us. He said he was not going to join that sedentary lifestyle but was he out in left field?
Paul is going to help some friends make conch horns so they can join the rest of us at sunset for the conch blowing and to announce happy hour.
I have made some jewelry. I got my Christmas table cloth finished but not all my napkins. I'll finish that project when I get to Pappy's Land.
Today I had a luncheon meeting planning the Commodores Ball.
I signed up to take a main course to the New Year Eve party.
Susan Harward is coming back tomorrow after her trip to Georgia for Christmas. She has had bronchitis and ask me to help with her party New Years Day.
Besides all that I still always have a bunch of laundry, I still have to cook--well sometimes, and I still have to clean the boat -- well again I do that sometimes.
Paul & I love our "rough" life but we are always ready for a break when we head for our wonderful home at Pappy's Land -- thank you again Roger & Jeanie.
Sunday Paul & I and about 40 other people joined Bob & Judy Williams aboard their boat Shade Mor for another great trip to Nippers. It is always fun to go to Nippers. I love the beautiful beach, the Sunday Pig roast and seeing other friends who are not at Boat Harbour but as much as I enjoy all that I also enjoy the trip up and back. It seems every time I get acquainted or better acquainted with different people.
Paul made our dock reservations for the Barefoot Man concert the first weekend in March --I know that will be a great time.
Monday Paul went out with the walking group so I walked also EXCEPT Paul took off with the REALLY fast walkers. I'm just glad he went out. Today I ran. I have been walking more than running and I need to get back to my running. I enjoy the company on the walk but I enjoy my running also. We have about 40 different people in the walking group but usually only 15 to 20 each time -- both men & women. Our course is 4 miles one day and 3 the next. I prefer to run the 4 miler.
Walking is 8:30, water aerobics at 9:30 and Yoga at 11. I don't try to do them all in one day anymore after I just about did myself in.
I missed Stitch & Bitch the past 2 weeks. I have not made one basket class yet and that is something I really want to do. I have gone to Ladies lunch the past couple weeks but will miss tomorrow.
Some friends of ours met another friend and ask why they don't come to Boat Harbour with the rest of us. He said he was not going to join that sedentary lifestyle but was he out in left field?
Paul is going to help some friends make conch horns so they can join the rest of us at sunset for the conch blowing and to announce happy hour.
I have made some jewelry. I got my Christmas table cloth finished but not all my napkins. I'll finish that project when I get to Pappy's Land.
Today I had a luncheon meeting planning the Commodores Ball.
I signed up to take a main course to the New Year Eve party.
Susan Harward is coming back tomorrow after her trip to Georgia for Christmas. She has had bronchitis and ask me to help with her party New Years Day.
Besides all that I still always have a bunch of laundry, I still have to cook--well sometimes, and I still have to clean the boat -- well again I do that sometimes.
Paul & I love our "rough" life but we are always ready for a break when we head for our wonderful home at Pappy's Land -- thank you again Roger & Jeanie.
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Monday December 26 Boxing Day
Boxing Day EXCEPT they are celebrating Boxing Day on Monday -- getting as bad as the US. Boxing Day so named because the day after Christmas all the left overs from Christmas were "boxed up" and taken to the underpriviledged.
We have a busy couple of days.
Saturday morning I had one more batch of Pecan rolls (that brings my total to 60)to make and I baked 2 batches of cookies to take to John Henry for Wink & Wilma's open boat. They invited everybody in the yacht club. They had a good turn out. Paul was the bar tender and I just sort of helped around where needed. The open boat was scheduled for 1-4.
Paul & I left about 5:30, party still going strong, to come home to get ready to go Peter & Sally Sweeting's Condo. Peter & Sally are the owners of Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbour. They invited us and a few other couples for cocktails in their condo then dinner at the resort restraunt. We got home about 10:30pm.
I still had to do my "farming" on Facebook -- it is awful to be so addicted but I had crops to harvest or they would wilt.
Sunday -- Merry Christmas, I was up shortly after 6:30 -yes AM, to put the 2 turkeys on to cook. I had intended to cut up my onions and celery for the dressing but somehow did not find the time so I had all that to do. I also made 2 batches of rolls.
I cooked the 20 pound turkey in my roaster and the 17 pounder in my over. I had to get the one in the oven soon enough so it would come out in time to bake the rolls. The last batch of rolls came out at 1:20 for the dinner to start at 1:30.
We were going to have the dinner on the dock here but the group got too big so we moved it to the new picnic area then the weather looked like it might rain --it did not, but we moved it into the big tent up by the restraunt. We had 33 people and LOTS of good food.
When we got home Paul opened his present and for once he loved his present. He spent a long time playing with them.
He had picked up several things for me in Costa Rica that I had admired. Don't know how he sneaked them in but I love them. 2 paintings on wood, a neat napkin holder and a little frog that make a croaking noise. He also got me some really neat wooded bowls from Iggy Biggy here in Marsh Harbour and some big spice bottles with spices. Good Christmas!!
I took a nap then spent the rest of the evening working on the mess for awhile then play on the computer, then work a little more.
I called my Mom, Janet Called, Kris & John called and I called my brother Roger. I called Becky but she was not home. I will try her again tonight.
Judie Jenkins ( Double JJ) called from Lake Worth where they are waiting on a crossing window.
Today I still had quite a mess to clean. I was going out to run but Paul said it looked like a crossing window for tomorrow. I got on my computer and checked it out also. I agreed with him so I called Judie. They had already seen the weather and were doing their last minute "stuff". I ask her to pick up 4 bags of potato chips for me -- actually for Paul. They are more than twice the cost here and it turned out Publix had then buy one get one free.
Bob Williams came by to see if we wanted to join them in Miss Rachel, their 25 footer, to go to Cracker P's for lunch. Cracker P's just opened back up for this season. It is a neat place to go. It is on Lubbers Quarters and island about 5 miles away. Brenda & Ted Baker, their daughter and son-in-law and 2 teenage grandsons also joined us. It was a fun trip.
I think I finally can see some daylight on the boat again. I am not taking down my Christmas decoration for awhile yet because that is another BIG mess.
Judie Jenkins called to say they and 2 other boats had moved to the south anchorage to be ready to leave at 4AM. There are also a couple friends planning to leave from Stuart tomorrow.
All for now. Hope you all had a good Christmas.
We have a busy couple of days.
Saturday morning I had one more batch of Pecan rolls (that brings my total to 60)to make and I baked 2 batches of cookies to take to John Henry for Wink & Wilma's open boat. They invited everybody in the yacht club. They had a good turn out. Paul was the bar tender and I just sort of helped around where needed. The open boat was scheduled for 1-4.
Paul & I left about 5:30, party still going strong, to come home to get ready to go Peter & Sally Sweeting's Condo. Peter & Sally are the owners of Abaco Beach Resort and Boat Harbour. They invited us and a few other couples for cocktails in their condo then dinner at the resort restraunt. We got home about 10:30pm.
I still had to do my "farming" on Facebook -- it is awful to be so addicted but I had crops to harvest or they would wilt.
Sunday -- Merry Christmas, I was up shortly after 6:30 -yes AM, to put the 2 turkeys on to cook. I had intended to cut up my onions and celery for the dressing but somehow did not find the time so I had all that to do. I also made 2 batches of rolls.
I cooked the 20 pound turkey in my roaster and the 17 pounder in my over. I had to get the one in the oven soon enough so it would come out in time to bake the rolls. The last batch of rolls came out at 1:20 for the dinner to start at 1:30.
We were going to have the dinner on the dock here but the group got too big so we moved it to the new picnic area then the weather looked like it might rain --it did not, but we moved it into the big tent up by the restraunt. We had 33 people and LOTS of good food.
When we got home Paul opened his present and for once he loved his present. He spent a long time playing with them.
He had picked up several things for me in Costa Rica that I had admired. Don't know how he sneaked them in but I love them. 2 paintings on wood, a neat napkin holder and a little frog that make a croaking noise. He also got me some really neat wooded bowls from Iggy Biggy here in Marsh Harbour and some big spice bottles with spices. Good Christmas!!
I took a nap then spent the rest of the evening working on the mess for awhile then play on the computer, then work a little more.
I called my Mom, Janet Called, Kris & John called and I called my brother Roger. I called Becky but she was not home. I will try her again tonight.
Judie Jenkins ( Double JJ) called from Lake Worth where they are waiting on a crossing window.
Today I still had quite a mess to clean. I was going out to run but Paul said it looked like a crossing window for tomorrow. I got on my computer and checked it out also. I agreed with him so I called Judie. They had already seen the weather and were doing their last minute "stuff". I ask her to pick up 4 bags of potato chips for me -- actually for Paul. They are more than twice the cost here and it turned out Publix had then buy one get one free.
Bob Williams came by to see if we wanted to join them in Miss Rachel, their 25 footer, to go to Cracker P's for lunch. Cracker P's just opened back up for this season. It is a neat place to go. It is on Lubbers Quarters and island about 5 miles away. Brenda & Ted Baker, their daughter and son-in-law and 2 teenage grandsons also joined us. It was a fun trip.
I think I finally can see some daylight on the boat again. I am not taking down my Christmas decoration for awhile yet because that is another BIG mess.
Judie Jenkins called to say they and 2 other boats had moved to the south anchorage to be ready to leave at 4AM. There are also a couple friends planning to leave from Stuart tomorrow.
All for now. Hope you all had a good Christmas.
Thursday, December 24, 2009
December 23
One full day until Christmas - boy it really sneaked up on me. I did not write my Christmas letter this year, first time in maybe 15 years -- can't remember when I first started writing my letters. I feel bad because I always enjoy getting them from other people and I like to hear what they have been doing.
Our friends on Critcher Cat picked up our mail in Green Cove Springs yesterday so I will get my cards when they come --hopefully next week.
I did run today. The weather is much cooler now. High in the daytime is only about 78 so it is great for running. The low is about 72 so still good for sleeping.
I spent most of the last 2 days baking pecan rolls & cookies and making fudge. Tradition here is to give friends a little something home made. That sounds great and I really enjoy baking but the bad part is I REALLY enjoy eating all the goodies we get.
Monday I got a permanent. I got one as a child but I think that is the only one I ever had. I decided I wanted a little bit of curl in my hair. I did not discuss it with Mr Graham first. He did not speak to me all day Monday. Now I did not get a bunch of kinky little curls but just some waves and a few little curls and getting fewer each time I wash my hair. I like it. Paul is starting to "adjust" I did not say like it I said adjust that means he is speaking to me.
Dock 4 went Christmas caroling today. We went to all the other docks, the office, the owners house and the bar --actually the bar was in the middle. Carl & Lois invited everybody back to their boat for "Christmas Cheer" afterwards. I came home since Paul didn't go and I knew he was waiting for his supper. I am trying to get in his good graces before Christmas.I don't want rocks in my stocking -- what stocking -- I just hope he gets me something. I bought him a pair of 18X50 stabilized binoculars. I ordered them, had them shipped to Paul Murgo in Melbourne Fl. Judy & Gene Koetitz, who recommended the binocs, picked them up and brought them over here for me. I know he will like them. He'll probably complain about the price but they will come in handy when we are traveling.
Our "family" here at Boat Harbour is having a big Christmas dinner. I am cooking 2 turkeys in my roaster. A couple people are bringing hams. It will be lots of fun.
I have a bunch more pictures to post. I will do that sometime -- I'll be sure to post one on my new due before it is all gone.
Happy holidays to ALL!
Our friends on Critcher Cat picked up our mail in Green Cove Springs yesterday so I will get my cards when they come --hopefully next week.
I did run today. The weather is much cooler now. High in the daytime is only about 78 so it is great for running. The low is about 72 so still good for sleeping.
I spent most of the last 2 days baking pecan rolls & cookies and making fudge. Tradition here is to give friends a little something home made. That sounds great and I really enjoy baking but the bad part is I REALLY enjoy eating all the goodies we get.
Monday I got a permanent. I got one as a child but I think that is the only one I ever had. I decided I wanted a little bit of curl in my hair. I did not discuss it with Mr Graham first. He did not speak to me all day Monday. Now I did not get a bunch of kinky little curls but just some waves and a few little curls and getting fewer each time I wash my hair. I like it. Paul is starting to "adjust" I did not say like it I said adjust that means he is speaking to me.
Dock 4 went Christmas caroling today. We went to all the other docks, the office, the owners house and the bar --actually the bar was in the middle. Carl & Lois invited everybody back to their boat for "Christmas Cheer" afterwards. I came home since Paul didn't go and I knew he was waiting for his supper. I am trying to get in his good graces before Christmas.I don't want rocks in my stocking -- what stocking -- I just hope he gets me something. I bought him a pair of 18X50 stabilized binoculars. I ordered them, had them shipped to Paul Murgo in Melbourne Fl. Judy & Gene Koetitz, who recommended the binocs, picked them up and brought them over here for me. I know he will like them. He'll probably complain about the price but they will come in handy when we are traveling.
Our "family" here at Boat Harbour is having a big Christmas dinner. I am cooking 2 turkeys in my roaster. A couple people are bringing hams. It will be lots of fun.
I have a bunch more pictures to post. I will do that sometime -- I'll be sure to post one on my new due before it is all gone.
Happy holidays to ALL!
Saturday, December 19, 2009
Friday, December 18, 2009
Friday Dec 18
We are experiencing and I do mean experiencing our first cold front of the season. We have had heavy wind all day and heavy rain this evening. The temperature has only dropped to 75 but it feels pretty cool. Winds have been sustained in the upper 20 to mid 30s with higher gust -- glad we are tied to a dock. Most times I don't even think about being on a boat. The boat moves very little but right now it is moving a lot.
This week has been busy and also I did a lot of frittering away the time. Last I wrote about staying up to watch the meteor showers. I lasted about half an hour before the mosquitoes won. We did not used to have mosquitoes at all but it seems there are more every year. There was no breeze and it was too hot to cover up beside I did not think the meteor shower was all that great- most were so quick it was hard to see them.
I did walk with the group several times this week and then yesterday it was finally cool enough at 8AM to go running. I walked the last half mile of my 4 mile run.
We had a nice happy hour on the dock Tuesday evening to help Carl & Lois celebrate their 53 wedding anniversary.
Last night we had a small happy hour on Chipka Fire.
I made some jewelry this week to fill an order I had for 8 necklaces and 2 pairs of earrings.
Tuesday Paul & I took the dinghy out. We looked for lobster but it was too stirred up Paul said so we went to Tahiti Beach where we met up with a bunch more boaters from Boat Harbour. We enjoyed our picnic lunch and I shelled for a couple of hours. I enjoyed the dinghy ride on such a beautiful day.
I finished up my Christmas shopping on line. If I am going to write a Christmas letter I really need to get my behind in gear -- somehow I just don't have the Christmas thing this year.
I do think I will bake Christmas cookies tomorrow. I bought some new cookie cutters this past summer. I also have some chocolate mold to make some candy.
Guess that's about it for now.
This week has been busy and also I did a lot of frittering away the time. Last I wrote about staying up to watch the meteor showers. I lasted about half an hour before the mosquitoes won. We did not used to have mosquitoes at all but it seems there are more every year. There was no breeze and it was too hot to cover up beside I did not think the meteor shower was all that great- most were so quick it was hard to see them.
I did walk with the group several times this week and then yesterday it was finally cool enough at 8AM to go running. I walked the last half mile of my 4 mile run.
We had a nice happy hour on the dock Tuesday evening to help Carl & Lois celebrate their 53 wedding anniversary.
Last night we had a small happy hour on Chipka Fire.
I made some jewelry this week to fill an order I had for 8 necklaces and 2 pairs of earrings.
Tuesday Paul & I took the dinghy out. We looked for lobster but it was too stirred up Paul said so we went to Tahiti Beach where we met up with a bunch more boaters from Boat Harbour. We enjoyed our picnic lunch and I shelled for a couple of hours. I enjoyed the dinghy ride on such a beautiful day.
I finished up my Christmas shopping on line. If I am going to write a Christmas letter I really need to get my behind in gear -- somehow I just don't have the Christmas thing this year.
I do think I will bake Christmas cookies tomorrow. I bought some new cookie cutters this past summer. I also have some chocolate mold to make some candy.
Guess that's about it for now.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Sunday Dec 13
Surprise 3 days and a new post. I need to keep this up so I can remember everything -- now I am not saying I am old just a little forgetful.
Friday I finished decorating my Christmas tree. It is a little lopsided-- well maybe a lot lopsided but I put some string on it to tie it up a and it looks somewhat better -- just crooked. I call it "eclectic" but I DO have a Christmas tree.
Sherrie & Fred (Chipka Fire) had a Hanukkah celebration and invited several people to help them celebrate. It is interesting to learn some of the traditions of other religions. They had the lighting of the first Menorah candle and served donuts and sweets as part of their tradition. Tradition also says they give their kids money -- we all tried to claim we were their children ---didn't work. I had not had a glazed donut in eons. Sherrie put them in the microwave and made them almost like Krispy Kremes
After we were stuffed with donuts and other sweets Wink, Wilma, Paul & I went to Tim's (Pokey) for dinner. Tim is a fantastic cook and the food was wonderful but oh was I stuffed.
Saturday Wink & Wilma rented a car. At 7:30 AM, yes I found out there is a 7:30 in the morning also, Wink took his "harem" to points south in Abaco to go shelling.
Shirley, Judy, Vanessa, Wilma and I had a great time -- Wink was very good and even helped-actually he got some better shells than I did. We made about 5 different stops, and had a nice picnic lunch.We stopped at the grocery store on the way home. I was exhausted -- probably from getting up to early.
I had time for a much needed shower but not a much needed nap before Paul & I went to have dinner with Dennis & Georgia (Njord). Georgia is a good cook and we had another fine dinner -- guess I was suppose to diet during the summer.
Sunday-- Today was our Church Christmas dinner. It was also a fund raiser for our building fund. Paul went early to help set things up.
Shade Mor took a group to Nippers today and we hated to miss all the fun but we had already committed to helping at Church.
Fred & Sidonia ( Double Trouble) came in today. Paul and I got home just in time to be the welcome committee of 2 with almost everyone else having gone to Nippers.
Paul & I had a SMALL dinner at home alone tonight.
I want to try to rest a little because several people are going over by dock 7 where it is darker to try to view the meteor showers and I want to go.
All for now
Friday I finished decorating my Christmas tree. It is a little lopsided-- well maybe a lot lopsided but I put some string on it to tie it up a and it looks somewhat better -- just crooked. I call it "eclectic" but I DO have a Christmas tree.
Sherrie & Fred (Chipka Fire) had a Hanukkah celebration and invited several people to help them celebrate. It is interesting to learn some of the traditions of other religions. They had the lighting of the first Menorah candle and served donuts and sweets as part of their tradition. Tradition also says they give their kids money -- we all tried to claim we were their children ---didn't work. I had not had a glazed donut in eons. Sherrie put them in the microwave and made them almost like Krispy Kremes
After we were stuffed with donuts and other sweets Wink, Wilma, Paul & I went to Tim's (Pokey) for dinner. Tim is a fantastic cook and the food was wonderful but oh was I stuffed.
Saturday Wink & Wilma rented a car. At 7:30 AM, yes I found out there is a 7:30 in the morning also, Wink took his "harem" to points south in Abaco to go shelling.
Shirley, Judy, Vanessa, Wilma and I had a great time -- Wink was very good and even helped-actually he got some better shells than I did. We made about 5 different stops, and had a nice picnic lunch.We stopped at the grocery store on the way home. I was exhausted -- probably from getting up to early.
I had time for a much needed shower but not a much needed nap before Paul & I went to have dinner with Dennis & Georgia (Njord). Georgia is a good cook and we had another fine dinner -- guess I was suppose to diet during the summer.
Sunday-- Today was our Church Christmas dinner. It was also a fund raiser for our building fund. Paul went early to help set things up.
Shade Mor took a group to Nippers today and we hated to miss all the fun but we had already committed to helping at Church.
Fred & Sidonia ( Double Trouble) came in today. Paul and I got home just in time to be the welcome committee of 2 with almost everyone else having gone to Nippers.
Paul & I had a SMALL dinner at home alone tonight.
I want to try to rest a little because several people are going over by dock 7 where it is darker to try to view the meteor showers and I want to go.
All for now
Friday, December 11, 2009
Pictures
Katy & I having a little Beach Time -- we found several really nice ones - one beautiful cowrie I would love to have had. Wink had found a great big one the day they went fishing.
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Lunch at Sea Spray
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Paul & I arriving at Sea Spray
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I tried posting on the side with no luck and I am sorry I could not get spell check to work.
I am tired -- more soon Good night
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Lunch at Sea Spray
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Paul & I arriving at Sea Spray
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I tried posting on the side with no luck and I am sorry I could not get spell check to work.
I am tired -- more soon Good night
December 10
I have been doing the morning walk everyday. I did water aerobics one day. The pool was TOOOO cold. I have been told SEVERAL times the pool is heated up now but I have not made it back yet. I also went to Yoga one day. I enjoyed it but somehow have not made it back to Yoga YET.
Now I have really screwed up the days on this posting. That would not happen if I posted everyday and also I am sure I have forgotten many things because we are "on the go" all day everyday.
I did make it to Church here last Sunday. Here in Marsh Harbour I go to the Presbyterian Church. We do not have a regular Minister at this time so Vernon Malone came over from Hopetown to do our service. Vernon is the Minister who performed Janet & Kens wedding ceremony. I enjoy him. Also, our Church is meeting in the local high school while we build our own building. We are having a Christmas luncheon fundraiser this next Sunday that Paul & I are helping with. The Church had the same thing last year. I was sick but had promised to help. Paul went in my place. They said he was such a big help they wanted him again this year -- guess there is more than one way to get him to church.
Sunday evening after one of our rare dinners alone on the boat and I finished up the lobster bisque we went to John Henry to play Apples to Apples with a large group of our friends.
I went to Stitch & Bitch on Monday Dec 7. I finished my Christmas apron I had
started when I came over from Man O War several weeks ago. I also gave a box making demonstration. I make my own boxes for the jewelry I make.
Paul & Wink went lobstering again. They got several lobster that we put in the freezer because we ate the 10 poound grouper and some snapper for dinner. There was another interesting story on the Grouper -- in short-- it took a very colaberated effort by both Paul & Wink for more than 5 minutes to get the grouper from his hole after Wink shot him. Fred & Judy (Amarse) joined us for dinner that night.
In the 10 days we have been here at Boat Harbour Paul & I have had dinner alone here on our boat 2 evenings.
People who have never seen our life here ask what we do all day long -- actually if I was not addicted to Farmville on Facebook I would be better at posting to my blog and it would not be nearly so jumbled and not nearly so long.
Tuesday Dec 8 was a very busy day--all day. I had a Yacht Club Bridge meeting in the morning, Paul & I took the Dinghy to Sea Spray to meet Roger, Jeanie, Charlie, and 2 others friends for lunch and a little beach time (that means shelling to me).
I have a few pictures but I will just post them on the side because if I try to put them in now they will come at the top -- I have already screwed this up so much.
Tuesday evening was the Yacht Club Chrismas party here at the Resort. We had 116 people. We had to limit it to members only because we had it in the dining room and we exceeded the rooms capacity. Next year I will have to find another place to have it. I am the social chairman for the Yacht club.
Yesterday was sort of a lost day. I did a looong walk with the "fast" (that means in walking speed) men. We did an extra long walk to include the hill up to the Castle, down to the Sea Of Abaco, back up the big hill to the castle, down to Eastern Shore then clear out to the end of Eastern Shore and back. About 7 miles. Now if I had run that I would not have been so tired but since we were fast walking- with me needing to add frequent jogs to keep up, I was wiped out the rest of the day. I did stop on the way out the dock at a friends boat and visited too long. It was a very humid day and by the time I got my electrolyte replenisher I was already wasted. I somehow managed to get out my Chrismas tree and decorations -- which on our boat is a big deal because of all I have to move, now and again when I put them away, to get to the decorations.
Today Tim from the Great Harbour Pokie, Paul & I took Wink & Wilma's skiff and went to Man O War. We met Roger & Jeanie for lunch at The Hibiscus Cafe, went to the sail shop so Tim could get a new Shave bag as a gift for a friend, then to Pappy's Land for the grand tour.
We got home in time to get a quick shower and I made triscuit pizzas for happy hour on the dock. Our friend Susan came over to join us on the dock for the happy hour. She is leaving tomorrow to go back to the states for Christmas. We both felt bad we have not had the time to get together for our favorite game nights.
Friday Dec 4 Paul & Wink went off Lobstering. They got 7 lobsters and had several "interesting" stories. One of interest I will give the short version --They saw a big lobster, Wink shot and missed. After the water settled Paul shot and came back with just the head. They went to a couple other spots then a couple hours later Wink suggested they go back to look for the one they both had tried to get. Paul thought Wink was crazy but apologized when they got back to the spot and there was the dead lobster --in tact except for his head. It was the biggest one they got.
Wink set the tails aside and cooked the rest of the lobster to make a fabulous lobster bisque. I "helped" by cleaning out the lobster left in the legs which I promptly ate.
That night we invited Sherry & Fred from Chipka Fire to join Wink, Wilma, Paul & I for a wonderful dinner. I made brownies & baked potatoes. I was so full after my lobster fest (the legs)in the afternoon, the fabulous bisque, the biggest tail, a little bite of Sherrie's coleslaw and why on earth did I eat a baked potato, then brownies with whipped cream for dessert just about did me in -- what a way to go.
Now the reason we invited Fred & Sherrie is because last year Fred was the first to ask for the boat slip Wink & Wilma are in. When Wilma explained she needed that particular slip to get Sara (their dog) off the boat easily, Fred agreed to give them his slip for a payment of lobster once a month. So that was the November payment.
There was enough lobster left that Wink made lobster poorboys for dinner Saturday night for all of us to enjoy and he made the December payment.
Dec 1 We got settled into our slip then got ready for the first big happy hour on the dock,
Many of our friends are here already.
Heading across the Sea of Abaco.
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Pulling away from the dock -- the umbilical cord will just not stretch far enough
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Paul & Me on the boat getting ready to leave
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Dec 1 arrived and I had been telling our firends at Boat Harbour we would be there on Dec 1. Paul & I both hated to leave Pappy's Land and I think Roger & Jeanie were sorry to see us go. Jeanie did take some nice pictures of our departure on an absolutely georgous day and the type of day I want to just cruise around forever.
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When Paul & I first got to Pappy's Land we noticed a Gecko -- now I use that term for all the little curly tails, lizards and whatever else they are called, but anyhow this one cute little Gecko had lost his tail. Jeanie has been keeping me posted on the regrowth progress.
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We had a perfectly georgous day shelling at "The Narrows" on Man O War. We found a bunch of empty Whelk shells that Jeanie & I have had so much fun with. Jeanie put them out by the bird feeder and keeps me posted on how many condos are "sold" and the "trade-ins".
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Roger had to take Coho to Marsh Harbour to have some work done and Paul took our dinghy to go get him so Jeanie & I went shelling in Jeanie's little boat.
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Another great Coho outing with Roger, Jeanie, Mary, Robert, Paul, me and of course cute little Sara who sat with me for the ride up to Spoil Cay better know as Shell Island because the many shells always there.
We packed a picnic lunch. Paul & Sara walked completely around the island -- it really isn't too big. I have been around the island but it takes me such a long time since when I am in shelling mode I cannot walk a straight line and as Paul says I get more sun on the back of my neck from looking down all the way. It is particularly hard on Shell Island because I am also vey busy trying to decide which are the most perfect shells to take.
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I'm Sorry I still don't have the hang of it for posting pictures in the correct order.
Mary & I helped wiith the clean up for Thanksgiving dinner since Jeanie did most of the work with the fixins.
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Roger & Jeanie hosted eight of us for Thanksgiving dinner. Jeanie cooked a beautiful turkey which tasted as good as it looked.
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I promise I will be more faithfull and NOT screw up this blog so much again!!!
Now I have really screwed up the days on this posting. That would not happen if I posted everyday and also I am sure I have forgotten many things because we are "on the go" all day everyday.
I did make it to Church here last Sunday. Here in Marsh Harbour I go to the Presbyterian Church. We do not have a regular Minister at this time so Vernon Malone came over from Hopetown to do our service. Vernon is the Minister who performed Janet & Kens wedding ceremony. I enjoy him. Also, our Church is meeting in the local high school while we build our own building. We are having a Christmas luncheon fundraiser this next Sunday that Paul & I are helping with. The Church had the same thing last year. I was sick but had promised to help. Paul went in my place. They said he was such a big help they wanted him again this year -- guess there is more than one way to get him to church.
Sunday evening after one of our rare dinners alone on the boat and I finished up the lobster bisque we went to John Henry to play Apples to Apples with a large group of our friends.
I went to Stitch & Bitch on Monday Dec 7. I finished my Christmas apron I had
started when I came over from Man O War several weeks ago. I also gave a box making demonstration. I make my own boxes for the jewelry I make.
Paul & Wink went lobstering again. They got several lobster that we put in the freezer because we ate the 10 poound grouper and some snapper for dinner. There was another interesting story on the Grouper -- in short-- it took a very colaberated effort by both Paul & Wink for more than 5 minutes to get the grouper from his hole after Wink shot him. Fred & Judy (Amarse) joined us for dinner that night.
In the 10 days we have been here at Boat Harbour Paul & I have had dinner alone here on our boat 2 evenings.
People who have never seen our life here ask what we do all day long -- actually if I was not addicted to Farmville on Facebook I would be better at posting to my blog and it would not be nearly so jumbled and not nearly so long.
Tuesday Dec 8 was a very busy day--all day. I had a Yacht Club Bridge meeting in the morning, Paul & I took the Dinghy to Sea Spray to meet Roger, Jeanie, Charlie, and 2 others friends for lunch and a little beach time (that means shelling to me).
I have a few pictures but I will just post them on the side because if I try to put them in now they will come at the top -- I have already screwed this up so much.
Tuesday evening was the Yacht Club Chrismas party here at the Resort. We had 116 people. We had to limit it to members only because we had it in the dining room and we exceeded the rooms capacity. Next year I will have to find another place to have it. I am the social chairman for the Yacht club.
Yesterday was sort of a lost day. I did a looong walk with the "fast" (that means in walking speed) men. We did an extra long walk to include the hill up to the Castle, down to the Sea Of Abaco, back up the big hill to the castle, down to Eastern Shore then clear out to the end of Eastern Shore and back. About 7 miles. Now if I had run that I would not have been so tired but since we were fast walking- with me needing to add frequent jogs to keep up, I was wiped out the rest of the day. I did stop on the way out the dock at a friends boat and visited too long. It was a very humid day and by the time I got my electrolyte replenisher I was already wasted. I somehow managed to get out my Chrismas tree and decorations -- which on our boat is a big deal because of all I have to move, now and again when I put them away, to get to the decorations.
Today Tim from the Great Harbour Pokie, Paul & I took Wink & Wilma's skiff and went to Man O War. We met Roger & Jeanie for lunch at The Hibiscus Cafe, went to the sail shop so Tim could get a new Shave bag as a gift for a friend, then to Pappy's Land for the grand tour.
We got home in time to get a quick shower and I made triscuit pizzas for happy hour on the dock. Our friend Susan came over to join us on the dock for the happy hour. She is leaving tomorrow to go back to the states for Christmas. We both felt bad we have not had the time to get together for our favorite game nights.
Friday Dec 4 Paul & Wink went off Lobstering. They got 7 lobsters and had several "interesting" stories. One of interest I will give the short version --They saw a big lobster, Wink shot and missed. After the water settled Paul shot and came back with just the head. They went to a couple other spots then a couple hours later Wink suggested they go back to look for the one they both had tried to get. Paul thought Wink was crazy but apologized when they got back to the spot and there was the dead lobster --in tact except for his head. It was the biggest one they got.
Wink set the tails aside and cooked the rest of the lobster to make a fabulous lobster bisque. I "helped" by cleaning out the lobster left in the legs which I promptly ate.
That night we invited Sherry & Fred from Chipka Fire to join Wink, Wilma, Paul & I for a wonderful dinner. I made brownies & baked potatoes. I was so full after my lobster fest (the legs)in the afternoon, the fabulous bisque, the biggest tail, a little bite of Sherrie's coleslaw and why on earth did I eat a baked potato, then brownies with whipped cream for dessert just about did me in -- what a way to go.
Now the reason we invited Fred & Sherrie is because last year Fred was the first to ask for the boat slip Wink & Wilma are in. When Wilma explained she needed that particular slip to get Sara (their dog) off the boat easily, Fred agreed to give them his slip for a payment of lobster once a month. So that was the November payment.
There was enough lobster left that Wink made lobster poorboys for dinner Saturday night for all of us to enjoy and he made the December payment.
Dec 1 We got settled into our slip then got ready for the first big happy hour on the dock,
Many of our friends are here already.
Heading across the Sea of Abaco.
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Pulling away from the dock -- the umbilical cord will just not stretch far enough
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Paul & Me on the boat getting ready to leave
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Dec 1 arrived and I had been telling our firends at Boat Harbour we would be there on Dec 1. Paul & I both hated to leave Pappy's Land and I think Roger & Jeanie were sorry to see us go. Jeanie did take some nice pictures of our departure on an absolutely georgous day and the type of day I want to just cruise around forever.
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When Paul & I first got to Pappy's Land we noticed a Gecko -- now I use that term for all the little curly tails, lizards and whatever else they are called, but anyhow this one cute little Gecko had lost his tail. Jeanie has been keeping me posted on the regrowth progress.
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We had a perfectly georgous day shelling at "The Narrows" on Man O War. We found a bunch of empty Whelk shells that Jeanie & I have had so much fun with. Jeanie put them out by the bird feeder and keeps me posted on how many condos are "sold" and the "trade-ins".
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Roger had to take Coho to Marsh Harbour to have some work done and Paul took our dinghy to go get him so Jeanie & I went shelling in Jeanie's little boat.
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Another great Coho outing with Roger, Jeanie, Mary, Robert, Paul, me and of course cute little Sara who sat with me for the ride up to Spoil Cay better know as Shell Island because the many shells always there.
We packed a picnic lunch. Paul & Sara walked completely around the island -- it really isn't too big. I have been around the island but it takes me such a long time since when I am in shelling mode I cannot walk a straight line and as Paul says I get more sun on the back of my neck from looking down all the way. It is particularly hard on Shell Island because I am also vey busy trying to decide which are the most perfect shells to take.
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I'm Sorry I still don't have the hang of it for posting pictures in the correct order.
Mary & I helped wiith the clean up for Thanksgiving dinner since Jeanie did most of the work with the fixins.
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Roger & Jeanie hosted eight of us for Thanksgiving dinner. Jeanie cooked a beautiful turkey which tasted as good as it looked.
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I promise I will be more faithfull and NOT screw up this blog so much again!!!
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Wednesday November 25
Boy time sure does fly. When I let this much time go by I know I forget a lot of things to post.
Last posting I was going to bed early so I would not miss the meteor shower. When I got in bed I looked up at the beautiful sky filled with beautiful stars. I tried opening the hatch over the bed a little wider. Paul said I was making too much noise. So, since the dinghy is down we have the whole back deck open -- what a good place to lay and look at the stars. I dug out my big foam mat I use to float on in the water. I got some sheets and a pillow and I was all set. My new bed was very comfortable with a nice cool breeze. The clouds started to roll in. I was not there more than 15 minutes until I could count a total of 4, yes four, stars. The sky was completely covered -- so much for the meteror shower.
Tuesday 11-17. Roger & Jeanie took us to the ferry dock. Paul & I took the ferry to Marsh Harbour. This is the first we have been on the ferry for a couple of years.
Susan picked us up at the ferry dock in Marsh.
We went to lunch at Jamies.
We went to Boat Harbour where Paul took off with Bob Williams to do his "bar tender
thing". Susan & I walked the docks. It sure was easy to visit everybody because there was only a half a dozen boats. Jim & Kathy Finn did come in while we were there. The boats are still just trickeling in.
Susan & I set the tables up for the Yacht Club social. Paul set his bar up.
We had a good turn out -- about 50 people. That is good for this time of year with so few boats here yet. It was mostly land people.
Susan, Paul & I tried playing a game of cards after we got back to her condo but we all -- including me, were too tired.
Wed. I went to Maxwells to do some grocery shopping.
Susan & I went to Ladies lunch at Wallys.
Paul took Susan's car to pick up Roger & Jeanie who came over with Coho then to the airport to pick up Robert & Mary who own Dragon Hill cottage here in Man O War.
They came back to Wally for lunch.
Paul took then all to the dock where Coho was then came back to Susans. Susan took Paul, me and all my groceries to Coho and we headed home to Man O War.
It took us a couple of days to recoup from the big trip to Marsh Harbour.
Thursday Roger had to take Coho to Hopetown to have a fuel shut off valve put on- a requirement for his Insurance. Jeanie & I went along for the beautiful ride. We had lunch at Hopetown Harbour Lodge. What a nice day.
Friday night Paul, Roger & Jeanie & I went to Dock & Dine for dinner.
Saturday Jeanie & I went to the fund raiser for the high school. It took about 5 minutes to see everything. The high school here is new. This is the second year for it and I think they are up to 3 students now.
Sunday I was going to Church but Judy Williams called and said they were taking a group on Shade Mor to Nippers so Paul & I took our dinghy from here - it was a beautiful day a a great dinghy ride up and back.
Several more boats have come in to Boat Harbour and it was good to see more of our friends.
Tuesday Roger, Jeanie, Mary,Robert, Paul & I took Coho to The Abaco Inn for lunch -- oh and how could I forget sweet little Sara. Great food, great company, great water trip. I will post the photos.
All for now.
Last posting I was going to bed early so I would not miss the meteor shower. When I got in bed I looked up at the beautiful sky filled with beautiful stars. I tried opening the hatch over the bed a little wider. Paul said I was making too much noise. So, since the dinghy is down we have the whole back deck open -- what a good place to lay and look at the stars. I dug out my big foam mat I use to float on in the water. I got some sheets and a pillow and I was all set. My new bed was very comfortable with a nice cool breeze. The clouds started to roll in. I was not there more than 15 minutes until I could count a total of 4, yes four, stars. The sky was completely covered -- so much for the meteror shower.
Tuesday 11-17. Roger & Jeanie took us to the ferry dock. Paul & I took the ferry to Marsh Harbour. This is the first we have been on the ferry for a couple of years.
Susan picked us up at the ferry dock in Marsh.
We went to lunch at Jamies.
We went to Boat Harbour where Paul took off with Bob Williams to do his "bar tender
thing". Susan & I walked the docks. It sure was easy to visit everybody because there was only a half a dozen boats. Jim & Kathy Finn did come in while we were there. The boats are still just trickeling in.
Susan & I set the tables up for the Yacht Club social. Paul set his bar up.
We had a good turn out -- about 50 people. That is good for this time of year with so few boats here yet. It was mostly land people.
Susan, Paul & I tried playing a game of cards after we got back to her condo but we all -- including me, were too tired.
Wed. I went to Maxwells to do some grocery shopping.
Susan & I went to Ladies lunch at Wallys.
Paul took Susan's car to pick up Roger & Jeanie who came over with Coho then to the airport to pick up Robert & Mary who own Dragon Hill cottage here in Man O War.
They came back to Wally for lunch.
Paul took then all to the dock where Coho was then came back to Susans. Susan took Paul, me and all my groceries to Coho and we headed home to Man O War.
It took us a couple of days to recoup from the big trip to Marsh Harbour.
Thursday Roger had to take Coho to Hopetown to have a fuel shut off valve put on- a requirement for his Insurance. Jeanie & I went along for the beautiful ride. We had lunch at Hopetown Harbour Lodge. What a nice day.
Friday night Paul, Roger & Jeanie & I went to Dock & Dine for dinner.
Saturday Jeanie & I went to the fund raiser for the high school. It took about 5 minutes to see everything. The high school here is new. This is the second year for it and I think they are up to 3 students now.
Sunday I was going to Church but Judy Williams called and said they were taking a group on Shade Mor to Nippers so Paul & I took our dinghy from here - it was a beautiful day a a great dinghy ride up and back.
Several more boats have come in to Boat Harbour and it was good to see more of our friends.
Tuesday Roger, Jeanie, Mary,Robert, Paul & I took Coho to The Abaco Inn for lunch -- oh and how could I forget sweet little Sara. Great food, great company, great water trip. I will post the photos.
All for now.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Monday Nov 16
I went to Church yesterday.Discovered Jan & Jay -next door neighbors, go to the same Church.They gave me a ride including a ride in the golf cart from the dock to Church.
I love this little Church. The music is great. All the songs are done with a good beat. The "choir" is 4 older teens with really good voices. They are accompanied by drums, piano and organ. They have such a good beat and gets you into the music.
I worked on my Christmas tablecloth and napkins yesterday.
This morning after my run (good one) Roger, Jeanie, Paul & I took Coho to Sea Spray for lunch. It was such a beautiful day and great trip.
This afternoon, I forgot the shuttle launch -darn.
Paul, Roger & Jeanie went swimming/snorkeling off the front of Pappy's Land. I was the life guard.
Tomorrow we head to Marsh Harbour for the first Yacht Club social.
Got to get to bed early so I can get up to watch the meteor showers that are going to peak at 4AM
I love this little Church. The music is great. All the songs are done with a good beat. The "choir" is 4 older teens with really good voices. They are accompanied by drums, piano and organ. They have such a good beat and gets you into the music.
I worked on my Christmas tablecloth and napkins yesterday.
This morning after my run (good one) Roger, Jeanie, Paul & I took Coho to Sea Spray for lunch. It was such a beautiful day and great trip.
This afternoon, I forgot the shuttle launch -darn.
Paul, Roger & Jeanie went swimming/snorkeling off the front of Pappy's Land. I was the life guard.
Tomorrow we head to Marsh Harbour for the first Yacht Club social.
Got to get to bed early so I can get up to watch the meteor showers that are going to peak at 4AM
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Sunday Nov 14
I ran 3 days in a row now. Yesterday was my best run. I ran a good pace and added some distance. I added more distance today but did not run as comfortable.
A cold front came through Thursday night. Temps got down to 69. I was cold but it helped a lot with my run.
Yesterday Paul, Roger, Jeanie, Charlie & I went to Hibiscus Cafe. I had the wonderful coconut conch. I missed it.
Charlie brought us some Key Limes. Jeanie used them to make a wonderful Key Lime pie that we all shared. ummm good!
Roger, Jeanie, Paul & I went next door to "Jay's" house. Jay is the local sailmaker. He was from New Jersey many years ago. He came here as a young man,loved it, fell in love and married a local girl. They have building this house for 10 years. It is one of the most beautiful homes I have ever seen. It is built on top of a hill and built to last MANY years. Granite counter tops and wood work like I have never seen. One of my favorites is a spiral staircase with lighthouse post. Fabulous views in every room. We were there over 2 hours then as if showing their beautiful house was not enough served us some nice snacks.
I am planning to go to Church tomorrow.
A couple more Yacht club boats arrived today but the crossing windows have not been there. I am so glad we are here.
A cold front came through Thursday night. Temps got down to 69. I was cold but it helped a lot with my run.
Yesterday Paul, Roger, Jeanie, Charlie & I went to Hibiscus Cafe. I had the wonderful coconut conch. I missed it.
Charlie brought us some Key Limes. Jeanie used them to make a wonderful Key Lime pie that we all shared. ummm good!
Roger, Jeanie, Paul & I went next door to "Jay's" house. Jay is the local sailmaker. He was from New Jersey many years ago. He came here as a young man,loved it, fell in love and married a local girl. They have building this house for 10 years. It is one of the most beautiful homes I have ever seen. It is built on top of a hill and built to last MANY years. Granite counter tops and wood work like I have never seen. One of my favorites is a spiral staircase with lighthouse post. Fabulous views in every room. We were there over 2 hours then as if showing their beautiful house was not enough served us some nice snacks.
I am planning to go to Church tomorrow.
A couple more Yacht club boats arrived today but the crossing windows have not been there. I am so glad we are here.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Thursday Nov 12
Roger, Jeanie, Charlie & I took COHO, Roger & Jeanie's boat to Marsh Harbour yesterday.
Jeanie & I went to Ladies Lunch at Wally's. I was surprised to see I think it was 21 Ladies for lunch. The count has been low because there are not a lot of people here yet but we sure had a crowd yesterday. It was nice to see everyone.
I went to run today. First time in a couple of months. I ran 30 minutes and felt good. I had visions of having to lay down on my fat rolls and roll back but I felt good all the way. I will never learn that I cannot eat the same when I am running and when I am not running. It is so much harder to run carrying all those extra pounds.
It has turned a little chilly so I baked this evening - bread, biscuits and cookies.
Gosh now I will have to run even more.
We are all going to Hibiscus for lunch tomorrow. I will run in the morning.
I am addicted to my farm on Facebook. I am spending(wasting) too much time with it.
I have not finished my Christmas tablecloth yet.
All for now
Jeanie & I went to Ladies Lunch at Wally's. I was surprised to see I think it was 21 Ladies for lunch. The count has been low because there are not a lot of people here yet but we sure had a crowd yesterday. It was nice to see everyone.
I went to run today. First time in a couple of months. I ran 30 minutes and felt good. I had visions of having to lay down on my fat rolls and roll back but I felt good all the way. I will never learn that I cannot eat the same when I am running and when I am not running. It is so much harder to run carrying all those extra pounds.
It has turned a little chilly so I baked this evening - bread, biscuits and cookies.
Gosh now I will have to run even more.
We are all going to Hibiscus for lunch tomorrow. I will run in the morning.
I am addicted to my farm on Facebook. I am spending(wasting) too much time with it.
I have not finished my Christmas tablecloth yet.
All for now
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Sunday Nov 8
Roger & Jeanie came in yesterday. I invited them to have dinner with us last night. I tried to talk Paul into going out to get lobsters but he would not. I usually think of my self as a pretty decent cook. I made a roast, mashed potatoes,( Wink I am getting in practice for your arrival) gravy, cauliflower, salad and Artisan Bread -- so far so good. Then I mad a simple batch of brownies ( Jonathan I was thinking of you). After their normal cooking time they were still very runny -- no problem let them cook a little longer --5 minutes -- still very runny, check to be sure gas is still on --normal, check temperature -normal. So another 10 minutes--remember they are very runny. 10 minutes still runny -- then on comes the old light bulb(is my light bulb getting too old?) I forgot to put the eggs in. I have this nice batch of pecan brownies. I beat 2 eggs and stirred them into the batter 15 minutes later I had an "experiment". Duly warned Roger, Jeanie, Paul and I dug in-to my surprise they were fine.
I have been working on another tablecloth -- that makes number 8, everybody needs 8 tablecloths right? This is a Christmas one. I am almost done with the tablecloth and now need to make the matching napkins. With Roger & Jeanie now occupying their house I have to sew on the boat -not nearly as convenient.
I have heard from a lot of people who are waiting in West Palm for a crossing window. I don't see any very soon. I am glad we came when we did.
Time to watch the NASCAR race - at this point I just want the season to be over and hope for a MUCH better next year.
All for now.
I have been working on another tablecloth -- that makes number 8, everybody needs 8 tablecloths right? This is a Christmas one. I am almost done with the tablecloth and now need to make the matching napkins. With Roger & Jeanie now occupying their house I have to sew on the boat -not nearly as convenient.
I have heard from a lot of people who are waiting in West Palm for a crossing window. I don't see any very soon. I am glad we came when we did.
Time to watch the NASCAR race - at this point I just want the season to be over and hope for a MUCH better next year.
All for now.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Nov 3 Pappy's Land
I can't believe it has been so long -- guess I will try to bring everything up to date.
Last post we were still in Georgia. We finally got out of Brunswick GA on Monday Oct 19. Doug & Leslie,Happy Clamz, met us in Brunswick and after a fun evening with them, Wayne & Leslie, Easy Duet, Teresa & Jerry, Shalala at Longhorn steak House we we ready to leave Brunswick.
We had to wait until Monday because the fuel place was not open on the weekend and by waiting the cost of fuel went up 30 cents. Off to a good start!
We did get underway. We anchored at King George River in Florida.
Tuesday we said so long for now to Doug & Leslie. They are going home to Gainesville for a few weeks then coming to join us in The Bahamas.
We anchored at Fort Mantanzas, a favorite of ours. This is the first place we had water clear enough for Paul to dive on the props for an inspection before we head across the Gulf Stream. Lots of current by clear water.
This is a nice place to hear the ocean and enjoy the stars.
Next day we stopped in Daytona to pick up some decorations for the commodores ball in February.
We anchored near Titusville.
We passed Melbourne Beach and gave Paul & Connie a call. They came out on the balcony to wave as we went by.
It was so great to be traveling again. I never get tired of watching the dolphins and still get a thrill watching them in our bow wake. We saw a few Manatees and a couple of Bald Eagles, lots of Osprey and several groups of White Ibis.
Not a lot of boat traffic--guess we are a little early.
We anchored by Hutchinson Island.
The trip from there on down to West Palm still keeps me in awe with all the beautiful obviously EXPENSIVE homes. Where does all the money come from? Sure passed us by.
We decided to go into North Palm Beach Marina for one night which turned into 2 nights.
Our friend Susan was very generous with her car for us to run all of our last minute errands.
Paul has been using my old Dell laptop for our satellite weather. We saw that Best Buy had a great deal on a new Toshiba with the new Windows 7 so he got one to replace my old Dell that took forever to boot up. We took a look at TVs while we were there and decided to Finally replace our at least 15 year old TV. We did get a flat screen but cannot get a digital because it will not work with our expensive KVH satellite receiver. But at least I have a great new TV, 26in, to watch my NASCAR races.
We had dinner at Susan's both nights.
We watched all the weather reports and decided to leave Sunday morning.
Our crossing was not our best but not our worst by far. We had some rollers from the north that had us bobbing around like a cork every so often but I could still go downstairs whenever I wanted. We also had a Verizon signal for the first 2 hours so I played on the Internet until I lost the signal.
Once we got on the Bahama Bank it was flat calm and a beautiful trip. My satellite phone that only works every blue moon always seems to give me a signal long enough to call back to the states to say we have arrived safe & sound. We probably should have stopped at Mangrove but Paul wanted to push on to Great Sale. He was pretty tired when we got there well after dark. But it was so beautiful with the stars so bright -- same stars as in the US but out in the middle of nowhere with no lights and no pollutions there are millions of brilliant stars. Paul & I both are still impressed with the beautiful water.
After a peaceful night at Great sale we headed on to Spanish Cay. We have cleared customs there the last 3 years and Paul wanted to clear there again. They are now charging $50 if you just pull in and clear customs but nothing if you spend the night in the marina and pay the marina fees so we decided to spend the night-- it was OK but then we had to pay $20 for electric also. They would not let us run our generator. We were going to go swimming in the pool but the mosquitoes were too bad.
The next day I went shelling on the beach while Paul cleared customs then we left.
I had checked my email at Spanish. I had one from Bob & Judy Williams. They sent there SPOT tracking numbers so I was able to track their trip the previous day from Ft Lauderdale to Great Sale. By the time we finally got away from Spanish they were close behind us and did pass us near Green Turtle Cay.
We came on to Tahiti Beach to anchor. It was as beautiful as I remembered. We sat on the bow and enjoyed a beautiful evening -- the only boat in the anchorage.
Low tide was a little after 9AM so Paul put the dinghy down and I went shelling on Tahiti Beach. Those of you who have visited us here know that is a favorite place for me. The shelling was not all that great but I enjoyed every minute.
We headed on into Marsh Harbour and in the Conch Inn Marina.
Susan had arrived( by airplane) at noon with her new dog Charlie. We had dinner with Susan & Charlie.
Paul washed the boat then we left about noon. The tide was still low when we got to Man O War so we anchored in front of Pappy's Land and went swimming. The water was FANTASTIC!! This one of the many reason we wanted to come early. The water temperature was 81 and the air much warmer and humid so it felt great.
When the tide came in we upped anchor and headed "home" to Pappy's Land. We are so appreciative of Roger & Jeanie letting us tie up at their dock because we love it here. It is like coming home. Annie at the Sail Shop saw us coming and came out to give us a big wave.
Charlie Corkum arrived on Saturday. He had traveled all day so we invited him for dinner. Paul has gone over to his house several times to help him get settled.
Bob & Judy Williams,who went to Boat Harbour, called Sat to invite us to join them at Nippers on Sunday at the pig roast. We took our dinghy so we could come home in time to watch the end of the NASCAR race on our new TV. In hind sight we should have stayed at Nippers -- not a very good race.
Monday was a gorgeous day. Susan suggested I come to Marsh Harbour to go to Stitch & Bitch. The water was flat calm and we just flew across the Sea of Abaco in the dinghy. I really enjoyed the trip.
Mid afternoon the clouds looked a little dark. I talked to Paul at 3 and planned to meet him at friends house on Eastern Shore at 4. By the time Susan & I got ready to leave for Eastern Shore it had started to rain. By the time we got to Eastern Shore it was really raining and the wind was blowing. We waited at Nancy & Rusty's dock for 15 or 20 minutes then headed out. It was pretty rough and we could not go fast. Paul had rain coats for both of us but we both got soaked to the bone. Also it had not started to rain when Paul left so he did not close the boat up. SOOO I spent today drying everything -- I do mean everything.
I did get my sewing machine out and started some sewing. I made a cover for Paul's new computer and got a complete set of napkins cut out and ready to sew. They match a table cloth I made in the spring.
I think that about catches us up and my typing is getting really bad.
Last post we were still in Georgia. We finally got out of Brunswick GA on Monday Oct 19. Doug & Leslie,Happy Clamz, met us in Brunswick and after a fun evening with them, Wayne & Leslie, Easy Duet, Teresa & Jerry, Shalala at Longhorn steak House we we ready to leave Brunswick.
We had to wait until Monday because the fuel place was not open on the weekend and by waiting the cost of fuel went up 30 cents. Off to a good start!
We did get underway. We anchored at King George River in Florida.
Tuesday we said so long for now to Doug & Leslie. They are going home to Gainesville for a few weeks then coming to join us in The Bahamas.
We anchored at Fort Mantanzas, a favorite of ours. This is the first place we had water clear enough for Paul to dive on the props for an inspection before we head across the Gulf Stream. Lots of current by clear water.
This is a nice place to hear the ocean and enjoy the stars.
Next day we stopped in Daytona to pick up some decorations for the commodores ball in February.
We anchored near Titusville.
We passed Melbourne Beach and gave Paul & Connie a call. They came out on the balcony to wave as we went by.
It was so great to be traveling again. I never get tired of watching the dolphins and still get a thrill watching them in our bow wake. We saw a few Manatees and a couple of Bald Eagles, lots of Osprey and several groups of White Ibis.
Not a lot of boat traffic--guess we are a little early.
We anchored by Hutchinson Island.
The trip from there on down to West Palm still keeps me in awe with all the beautiful obviously EXPENSIVE homes. Where does all the money come from? Sure passed us by.
We decided to go into North Palm Beach Marina for one night which turned into 2 nights.
Our friend Susan was very generous with her car for us to run all of our last minute errands.
Paul has been using my old Dell laptop for our satellite weather. We saw that Best Buy had a great deal on a new Toshiba with the new Windows 7 so he got one to replace my old Dell that took forever to boot up. We took a look at TVs while we were there and decided to Finally replace our at least 15 year old TV. We did get a flat screen but cannot get a digital because it will not work with our expensive KVH satellite receiver. But at least I have a great new TV, 26in, to watch my NASCAR races.
We had dinner at Susan's both nights.
We watched all the weather reports and decided to leave Sunday morning.
Our crossing was not our best but not our worst by far. We had some rollers from the north that had us bobbing around like a cork every so often but I could still go downstairs whenever I wanted. We also had a Verizon signal for the first 2 hours so I played on the Internet until I lost the signal.
Once we got on the Bahama Bank it was flat calm and a beautiful trip. My satellite phone that only works every blue moon always seems to give me a signal long enough to call back to the states to say we have arrived safe & sound. We probably should have stopped at Mangrove but Paul wanted to push on to Great Sale. He was pretty tired when we got there well after dark. But it was so beautiful with the stars so bright -- same stars as in the US but out in the middle of nowhere with no lights and no pollutions there are millions of brilliant stars. Paul & I both are still impressed with the beautiful water.
After a peaceful night at Great sale we headed on to Spanish Cay. We have cleared customs there the last 3 years and Paul wanted to clear there again. They are now charging $50 if you just pull in and clear customs but nothing if you spend the night in the marina and pay the marina fees so we decided to spend the night-- it was OK but then we had to pay $20 for electric also. They would not let us run our generator. We were going to go swimming in the pool but the mosquitoes were too bad.
The next day I went shelling on the beach while Paul cleared customs then we left.
I had checked my email at Spanish. I had one from Bob & Judy Williams. They sent there SPOT tracking numbers so I was able to track their trip the previous day from Ft Lauderdale to Great Sale. By the time we finally got away from Spanish they were close behind us and did pass us near Green Turtle Cay.
We came on to Tahiti Beach to anchor. It was as beautiful as I remembered. We sat on the bow and enjoyed a beautiful evening -- the only boat in the anchorage.
Low tide was a little after 9AM so Paul put the dinghy down and I went shelling on Tahiti Beach. Those of you who have visited us here know that is a favorite place for me. The shelling was not all that great but I enjoyed every minute.
We headed on into Marsh Harbour and in the Conch Inn Marina.
Susan had arrived( by airplane) at noon with her new dog Charlie. We had dinner with Susan & Charlie.
Paul washed the boat then we left about noon. The tide was still low when we got to Man O War so we anchored in front of Pappy's Land and went swimming. The water was FANTASTIC!! This one of the many reason we wanted to come early. The water temperature was 81 and the air much warmer and humid so it felt great.
When the tide came in we upped anchor and headed "home" to Pappy's Land. We are so appreciative of Roger & Jeanie letting us tie up at their dock because we love it here. It is like coming home. Annie at the Sail Shop saw us coming and came out to give us a big wave.
Charlie Corkum arrived on Saturday. He had traveled all day so we invited him for dinner. Paul has gone over to his house several times to help him get settled.
Bob & Judy Williams,who went to Boat Harbour, called Sat to invite us to join them at Nippers on Sunday at the pig roast. We took our dinghy so we could come home in time to watch the end of the NASCAR race on our new TV. In hind sight we should have stayed at Nippers -- not a very good race.
Monday was a gorgeous day. Susan suggested I come to Marsh Harbour to go to Stitch & Bitch. The water was flat calm and we just flew across the Sea of Abaco in the dinghy. I really enjoyed the trip.
Mid afternoon the clouds looked a little dark. I talked to Paul at 3 and planned to meet him at friends house on Eastern Shore at 4. By the time Susan & I got ready to leave for Eastern Shore it had started to rain. By the time we got to Eastern Shore it was really raining and the wind was blowing. We waited at Nancy & Rusty's dock for 15 or 20 minutes then headed out. It was pretty rough and we could not go fast. Paul had rain coats for both of us but we both got soaked to the bone. Also it had not started to rain when Paul left so he did not close the boat up. SOOO I spent today drying everything -- I do mean everything.
I did get my sewing machine out and started some sewing. I made a cover for Paul's new computer and got a complete set of napkins cut out and ready to sew. They match a table cloth I made in the spring.
I think that about catches us up and my typing is getting really bad.
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Provisioning
Don't know when I will get back to the Costa Rica trip.
I made a quick trip to Ohio, WV and PA. Had short visits with Janet & Ken, my 95 year young Mother who looks better every time I see her, and I had dinner with Kris & John. Spent the night with my brother Roger in Wheeling then back to Columbus for dinner with Janet's in laws to help celebrate their anniversary.
Now I am trying to finish up provisioning.
We bought a freezer and put it in the aft cockpit so I can take more frozen foods this year, translate- more work for me.I think I am done for Brunswick. I will pick up a few last minute things in West Palm.
Now the hard part, finding places to put everything.
We are planning to leave here on Monday. We are planning to stop in Daytona to see friends and pick up some decorations for the Commodores Ball.
We should be in West Palm next week end. We are not missing any crossing windows right now. The first bad cold front came through this week end, we are freezing here in Brunswick -- suppose to get to 48 tonight, any how the cold front has kicked the Gulf stream up to 8-10 footers -- NO WAY are even looking to cross in those. Me, the eternal optimist, I am looking at 2 feet or less the next week.
I will keep you posted.
It is good to see Paul Murgo looking so good.
Paul & Connie Murgo stopped by to say hi on their way from Rhode Island to Melbourne. They put The Rose on the hard for the winter in Rhode Island.
Paul promised they will come to visit us in the Bahamas this year.
I made a quick trip to Ohio, WV and PA. Had short visits with Janet & Ken, my 95 year young Mother who looks better every time I see her, and I had dinner with Kris & John. Spent the night with my brother Roger in Wheeling then back to Columbus for dinner with Janet's in laws to help celebrate their anniversary.
Now I am trying to finish up provisioning.
We bought a freezer and put it in the aft cockpit so I can take more frozen foods this year, translate- more work for me.I think I am done for Brunswick. I will pick up a few last minute things in West Palm.
Now the hard part, finding places to put everything.
We are planning to leave here on Monday. We are planning to stop in Daytona to see friends and pick up some decorations for the Commodores Ball.
We should be in West Palm next week end. We are not missing any crossing windows right now. The first bad cold front came through this week end, we are freezing here in Brunswick -- suppose to get to 48 tonight, any how the cold front has kicked the Gulf stream up to 8-10 footers -- NO WAY are even looking to cross in those. Me, the eternal optimist, I am looking at 2 feet or less the next week.
I will keep you posted.
It is good to see Paul Murgo looking so good.
Paul & Connie Murgo stopped by to say hi on their way from Rhode Island to Melbourne. They put The Rose on the hard for the winter in Rhode Island.
Paul promised they will come to visit us in the Bahamas this year.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Saturday Oct 10
I had hoped to get back to finish my update on our trip to Costa Rica but don't know when I will get to it.
I am going to post one picture on my picture page.
We went to dinner this evening with Dave & Barb Bluto & Fred & Judy. We went to Cilantro's, a Mexican restaurant. They had a Mariachi Band. We had a lot of fun -- guess we were practicing for the Commodores Ball which will be a Fiesta theme.
I went to the Brunswick Stew Festival today. I missed the 5k run this morning but got there in time to see the end of the finishers -- of which I would have been one had I run.
I had some Brunswick stew and I like it but I really liked the funnel cake -- guess that is why I would have been one of the last finishers in the run.
Our new freezer came today.
One week until we leave for the Bahamas-- weather is holding so far keep your fingers crossed
I am going to post one picture on my picture page.
We went to dinner this evening with Dave & Barb Bluto & Fred & Judy. We went to Cilantro's, a Mexican restaurant. They had a Mariachi Band. We had a lot of fun -- guess we were practicing for the Commodores Ball which will be a Fiesta theme.
I went to the Brunswick Stew Festival today. I missed the 5k run this morning but got there in time to see the end of the finishers -- of which I would have been one had I run.
I had some Brunswick stew and I like it but I really liked the funnel cake -- guess that is why I would have been one of the last finishers in the run.
Our new freezer came today.
One week until we leave for the Bahamas-- weather is holding so far keep your fingers crossed
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
part 2 our trip to Costa Rica
Iam getting tired again so I will try part 3 tomorrow night
I could not figure out how to rotate this picture so turn your head sideways.
Paul was trying to figure out how he could bring this "anchor" home.
This is one of the several pretty little islands we passed on our ferry trip
Paul & Susan on the ferry ride from Puntarenas across the Gulfo de Nicoya to the Peninsula De Nicoya
These are pictures of the Tambor Tropical resort
I found another beautiful pool at Tropical Tambor
Paul found "his place" a hammock on the beach at Tambor.
Tambor was probably the prettiest beach we saw.
Paul & Me at the Bare Bones Inn in Tampor -- looked like a Biker bar without the bikers.
Biscuit was there to greet us all the time. He went to the beach with me. sat by the pool while I swam and sat at our feet during dinner.
Our first stop after we left our condo was at Junaquillal where Susan owns property.
We stayed at Iguanazul Beach Resort. This was the view of the walk down to the beach where I spent many but not enough hours.I did got go far in the water because I was by myself --except for Biscuit. He went with me everyday.
The pool at Iguanazul
Paul coming out of our room at Iguanazul
We were just head out of the town of Junquillal just as this guy was brining his herd into town.
We saw many animals along the road.
After we left Tamarindo we drove along the coast line. Susan looked a a couple of condos. We started looking for a place to stay. We drove up a dirt road and all of a sudden here was Hotel complex. Just our of curiosity we stopped to see it. When we inquired about the rates we could not believe our luck $65 for 3 people - this included a full cooked to order breakfast. As it turned out we were the only people in the complex.We enjoyed a wonderful dinner-- very inexpensive including the most wonderful --what I called a fancy rice pudding. I fell in love with the chef and wanted to bring him home with me. I had a hard time getting out of this pool. The next morning Susan & I each had a Bamboo massage WOW. $40 for an hour and 15 minutes and it included aroma and music therapy.
We also stayed for lunch. I had the most fantastic lobster and rice dish.
I wanted to spend the rest of our week there but we had to move on.
We found this bus -- Paul never forgets his "roots". The name on the side of the bus was Isla de Gulligan
We stopped several times just to enjoy the view
Paul hanging on a fence post.
We were driving down the road and saw one then 2 then more and more, probably a least a dozen of these Pizotes. I got out to take a picture and they come running to the car to beg. I got back in the car in a hurry. Susan got out and took more pictures -- our last pictures -- the camera was full.
I could not figure out how to rotate this picture so turn your head sideways.
Paul was trying to figure out how he could bring this "anchor" home.
This is one of the several pretty little islands we passed on our ferry trip
Paul & Susan on the ferry ride from Puntarenas across the Gulfo de Nicoya to the Peninsula De Nicoya
These are pictures of the Tambor Tropical resort
I found another beautiful pool at Tropical Tambor
Paul found "his place" a hammock on the beach at Tambor.
Tambor was probably the prettiest beach we saw.
Paul & Me at the Bare Bones Inn in Tampor -- looked like a Biker bar without the bikers.
Biscuit was there to greet us all the time. He went to the beach with me. sat by the pool while I swam and sat at our feet during dinner.
Our first stop after we left our condo was at Junaquillal where Susan owns property.
We stayed at Iguanazul Beach Resort. This was the view of the walk down to the beach where I spent many but not enough hours.I did got go far in the water because I was by myself --except for Biscuit. He went with me everyday.
The pool at Iguanazul
Paul coming out of our room at Iguanazul
We were just head out of the town of Junquillal just as this guy was brining his herd into town.
We saw many animals along the road.
After we left Tamarindo we drove along the coast line. Susan looked a a couple of condos. We started looking for a place to stay. We drove up a dirt road and all of a sudden here was Hotel complex. Just our of curiosity we stopped to see it. When we inquired about the rates we could not believe our luck $65 for 3 people - this included a full cooked to order breakfast. As it turned out we were the only people in the complex.We enjoyed a wonderful dinner-- very inexpensive including the most wonderful --what I called a fancy rice pudding. I fell in love with the chef and wanted to bring him home with me. I had a hard time getting out of this pool. The next morning Susan & I each had a Bamboo massage WOW. $40 for an hour and 15 minutes and it included aroma and music therapy.
We also stayed for lunch. I had the most fantastic lobster and rice dish.
I wanted to spend the rest of our week there but we had to move on.
We found this bus -- Paul never forgets his "roots". The name on the side of the bus was Isla de Gulligan
We stopped several times just to enjoy the view
Paul hanging on a fence post.
We were driving down the road and saw one then 2 then more and more, probably a least a dozen of these Pizotes. I got out to take a picture and they come running to the car to beg. I got back in the car in a hurry. Susan got out and took more pictures -- our last pictures -- the camera was full.
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