September Song 2011-04-30 16:03:00

That’s a 36 inch cooler, and it’s full! Proud Admiral.She did it all by her self.

September Song 2011-04-30 15:59:00

44 inch dolphin on the way to Black Point.Stephanie, fighting her 48 inch dolphin.Good job Steph!

Having fun while waiting

What is happening on Diesel Duck? (Continued…)

Alnmouth

This is the lovely village where  The Burns Family lives.

Vindolanda

We had another wonderful day in Northumberland. We took a trip to Vindolanda,  just outside of Newcastle,  a Roman site that dates back two thousand years.

Hilary’s sheep came down the hill to get a treat and visit with us. They are very friendly. We all think the sheep in the front resembles Princess Eugenie with her lovely hat at the Royal Wedding. Although the sheep is a bit more attractive!

87F and Climbing

Having spent a beautiful night anchored at Boca Raton Inlet with on other boat, we arrived in downtown Fort Lauderdale yesterday afternoon. Shortly after we were settled we had the best surprise, we were visited by Kathy,George & Ben Markham of S/V Is…

Saturday, April 30, 2011

It’s been a few days since I’ve been able to blog. We left Great Harbour Marina and went out to anchor at Big Stirrup Cay to wait for the proper time to cross to the Abacos. We thought Friday was supposed to be perfect. After hearing that the seas were…

Return to Florida

Finding a good weather window is the key to making a comfortable trip across the Gulf Stream. The general rule is to never cross with a northerly wind – a north wind against a 2 knot current from the south creates uncomfortable waves. Waiting for an …

April was not kind

Well this was a bad month, what could go wrong did. It started out with the generator the water pump failed parts ordered and $287.00 later up and running again. Then the battery charger went. Contacted a local electrician who recommended&nbs…