Month: December 2016

12/17- 12/26/2016. 8 Nights on a Mooring Ball in St. Pete.

Osprey and her crew joined us in the mooring field at St. Pete Municipal Marina for 8 nights.  We  needed to go to St. Pete to pick up packages from Dorothy’s Aunt Barbara and we were so glad Osprey decided to join us.  We decided that we would serve as each other’s  family for Christmas.  Tim and I stayed in a slip at the Municipal Marina on our way to and from Cuba with John and Dorothy, so we knew the location couldn’t be beat.  The marina is right in the downtown area with tons of restaurants, bars and shops to occupy one’s time. Continue reading 12/17- 12/26/2016. 8 Nights on a Mooring Ball in St. Pete.

12/12-12/13/2016. The Crossing

We left our anchorage at Dog Island at noon as planned.  The crew of Osprey, Steve, Deidra and dog, Trouble,  were heading across with us.  It’s always nice to have someone else out there to talk to and in case of problems. Continue reading 12/12-12/13/2016. The Crossing

12/5-12/12/2016 Finally on Our Way Again

Old man winter has finally decided to let us cross the gulf. Yeah!!!!!  As much as we enjoyed our time in Carrabelle, we are ready to get our sea legs back and start moving.  This morning we are anchored at Dog Island, a barrier island about 45 min. from Carrabelle. Continue reading 12/5-12/12/2016 Finally on Our Way Again

11/27- 12/1 Carrabelle

Carrabelle, Carrabelle, Carrabelle.  Today is December 1 and we have been in Carrabelle for 5 nights now and probably will be here for that many more.  This is where patience and realism become key attributes.  We are here waiting for decent weather for crossing the Big Bend of Florida.  Decent Weather- What is it? Continue reading 11/27- 12/1 Carrabelle