Week 8 ~ Fort Pierce

 Sunday, 11/29/20 ~ It was a great day for a ride. Temps in the mid 70's, sunny, light breezes, little traffic. Headed south on Hutchinson Island. The island is pretty, but you cant see much from the road.  There are a few developments and a number of homes on the island with water views, and numerous beach accesses. We crossed over to the mainland, taking Route 707 through Jensen Beach to Ft. Pierce. Many of the homes are small and have been around for a while. There are a number of newer, larger 
homes that overlook the Indian River. I did notice some interesting mailboxes. Perhaps I will take a ride through there again to capture photos of some of them.
     Once back, I spent most of the afternoon and evening posting photos to blog. Posted 3 weeks worth by 10 pm! For the moment I am all caught up!

Monday, 11/30/20 ~ It was heavily overcast. Cold front out of the northwest with wind & brief showers here in Fort Pierce. Heavy, non-stop rain by our kids in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Took advantage of the blah day to clean while Pete did a few chores around the boat.

Tuesday, 12/1/20 ~ I drove down to Boca Raton for dermatology appointment. Met Ann at Poppies for lunch. Afterwards we ran some errands: eyeglass pickup for her, Michael's for my 2020 ornaments and "stuff." Stopped back at their home for Pete's package, then headed home.  It is about a 2 hour ride, but definitely worth it for friends.
     Pete worked & defrosted fridge for me. Thanks, Hon!

Wednesday, 12/2/20 ~ Nothing special today, Pete worked while I read.  I am working on finally finishing the Outlander Book Series. I am on the last published book, #9, but there are 2 more in the works according to the author, Dianna Gabaldon. Can't wait!

Thursday, 12/3/20 ~ While working Pete heard a twang and a heavy thump. He came outside, checking to see if a bird hit the rigging and fell to the cabin top. He saw nothing, but when washing the boat 2 days later, there was a dead fish, about 14 inches long on the portside catwalk. We now know what made that noise! The Osprey must have been very disappointed!

Friday, 12/4/20 ~ I puttered while Pete worked. The Christmas tree is up. Met Al & Vickie, SV ONA KAI and John & Marilyn, SV ESCAPADE for lunch at

Ft. Pierce Christmas Tree

Taco Dive Beachside, Ft. Pierce inlet/beach. Their tacos are fabulous and so is their taco salad with steak (which I totally enjoyed!) While walking along jetty we saw a Manatee alongside the breakers. The first on of this trip! This is a really pretty area.

     Since we weren't hungry by dinner time, we decided on Carvel Sundaes instead. 


Saturday, 12/5/20 ~ We enjoyed breakfast at the Farmer's Market. Pete loves the Bear claws and fresh OJ while I keep trying different baked goods. Today was an almond croissant. As we ate on the sea wall, we saw a Moray eel along with Channel Cats and small Tabaco fish(?). Last week we saw a Loggerhead Turtle. I also picked up some fresh veggies and a few small gifts for Christmas. During the afternoon, Pete drove Vickie to pick up the rental car in Port St Lucie.

~ ~ ~ /) ~ ~   K & P