June 9 – Newark, NY

Newark Town Dock

“I’ve come to know that what we want in life is the greatest indication of who we really are.” —Richard Paul Evans

We had another short day planned, so we thought we’d wander through Lyons a little more and visit the farmers market. The only problem we encountered…the farmers market doesn’t start for another week or so. Too sad, we enjoy farmers markets, but not a surprise since summer really doesn’t start around here till the middle of June…or even July. 
CONTINUE READING HERE…»

Nærøyfjord

Nærøyfjord was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2005 for being among the most scenically outstanding in the world. At its narrowest the fjord is only 820ft (250m) across with sheer cliffs on either side. Dozens of dramatic waterfalls plunge down the steeply-sloped shores. A standout is Kjelsfossen, one of the highest waterfalls in…

Pain and suffering

Been suffering some terrible back spasms this past week. Painful enough to drop me to my knees. Don’t know what caused them, had a therapeutic massage week before for pain on my right side, these were on my left. WTF? Plenty of rest & drugs and it’…

Pain and suffering

Been suffering some terrible back spasms this past week. Painful enough to drop me to my knees. Don’t know what caused them, had a therapeutic massage week before for pain on my right side, these were on my left. WTF? Plenty of rest & drugs and it’…

Aurlandsfjord Road Tour

The Stegastein Viewpoint juts 100ft (30m) out from the mountain 1,250ft (650m) above Aurlandsfjord. While in Flåm, we rented a car to visit the viewpoint and explore a few other attractions around Aurlandsfjord by road. Below are trip highlights from May 7th in Flåm, Norway. Click any image for a larger view, or click the…

Bourdain

Beirut – 2006

Nordhavn 57-26 Istaboa

Bourdain

Beirut – 2006Nordhavn 57-26 Istaboa

June 8 – Lyons, NY

Lyons Free Dock

“Better to see something once than to hear about it a thousand times.” ― Asian Proverb

We had a slow relaxing morning, enjoying our coffee on the flybridge. We’re into a slow pace now…stopping at each little town to explore. Our destination today was only nine miles west…the little town of Lyons.
CONTINUE READING HERE…»

The Dinghy

This has been a week of firsts for Dora. She had her first sweet potato treat. A favorite for Dylan and Dee Dee, who gobble them up. Dora, as is her way, had to explore this new item. She couldn’t delay too long as Dylan was happy to show her how it is…

Lakefield/Bobcaygeon/Fenelon Falls/Talbot/Orillia – May 31, 2018 to June 7, 2018

May 31, 2018 – Lakefield

Rain is in the forecast for today so we will hangout here.  It’s good to have a rest day.  Going through the locks in the rain is not on my bucket list!

  This boat is really ready for the bugs!

&nb…