The Planning and Final Prep

Dan & Glen just concluded the briefing
as Martha continues to assist
Maureen in the cockpit.

It was really hard to get up for what Dan called, “an 08:10 Coffee Meeting,” especially when it was a dismal, gray, and the intermittent rain hitting the boat just invites a slower pace. As we gathered on Brunelle, we were greeted by the scent of Martha’s fresh baked cinnamon cake to accompany our planning discussion. The predicted winds were not a problem for most of the trip today, but the rains and the crossing of the Potomac with the possible storms would have been an issue. Today was the day for everyone to handle many of those important little things like setting up all the individual hand held walkie/talkies we each have, stowing and securing items that haven’t found homes yet, fitting some of the new gear, helping the others get their blogs going, even dealing with issues at home. 

         We have been fortunate to be able to stay at Solomon’s Landing Marina courtesy of the Zonderman’s, who live here. They joined us for dinner aboard Andiamo, where we shared a great dinner. We have been here much longer than we expected and look forward to heading out tomorrow.
~ ~ (\_~ ~ ~ Kathy and Pete