St. Augustine to Fernandina Beach Our last night in Florida was at Fernandina Beach. We had a long and hot (90 degrees and following wind) cruise from St. Augustine to Fernandina Beach. In fact, Mark took unusual measures (blue gel cool pack) to…
We have arrived safely in Tahiti
After a trip totaling about 3500 miles we have arrived safely in Tahiti, and we are now at a berth at marina Taina, Papeete. The very last day was the worst weather, with some of the waves approaching 20 feet. We anchored last night in Moorea (Ph…
Jensen Beach/Stuart Florida heading North
Sunrise at the MarinaBridge opening heading north Bye Broulee – Deb, Rick & Izzy see you soon!!!!! Manatees playing in front of our boat at the MarinaDowntown Jensen Beach The park a 5 minute walk from the marina Pea…
Happenings in Bahamas
Fred and Sidonia on MV Shearwater sponsored a Veggie Car Race for the Royal Marsh Harbour Yacht Club. The racers were made of all vegetables – only the axels were allowed to be wood.A trophy was given to the winner – Trophy in center. The RMHYC held …
February – Grandchildren Visit
Our grandchildren, Amber and Emma, came for a visit in February with their mom, Toni. Amber and Emma in the TenderAmber, Emma and Grandpa WinkEmma, Grandma Wilma, and AmberWe went to the Hopetown Light House. Amber and Emma climbing the stairs.Amber a…
May 6, 2010 – On the way to Isla Coronado
May 5, 2010 – Puerto Escondido We had a couple of pleasant days in La Paz with the Esslingers. The first day, while Earl played with Serenity, the three of us went shopping to replenish our liquor and ice cream supply. I got stopped by a motorcycl…
January – Marsh Harbour – Bahamas
Every January the Royal Marsh Harbour Yacht Club has a Chili Cookoff. The chili is cooked only by Men – the chili comes in many flavors – really good.Chef Wink and Chef BrianChef’s: Jim, Wink, Brian, Andrew, Karl and PaulOne of the land members has a c…
March 2010 – Marsh Harbour – Bahamas
Forgive the order. Looks like the website has changed some software rules. I’ll do each month separately. I had already started with March – so it goes first.Howdy everyone, the Royal Marsh Harbour Yacht Club had a Hoe-Down in March. We had a belt buck…
I am a moron (technical post, insomnia cure)
There is a little light bulb that has failed and this is the light bulb that tells me whether the main hydraulic pump is operating, but since it is always unlit (because it is broken) it is not always easy to tell whether the pump is operating or not. …
Manihi Atoll and pearl farm.
A bit of land; a bit of life; most welcome. Lovely tranquil lagoon. We’ve set off again for Papeete. It’s f*****g rough!
