The Boats, The Boats, They're Coming!

Today was a day of great anticipation…we were expecting the arrival of the two other boats, Brunelle and Andiamo, and we should be all set once the depth finder head unit is installed! John and Betty McElderry of Andiamo left the South River at six this morning.  Dan and Martha were able to repair their electrical problem during the stay over in Hudson Creek. As it turns out both boats passed us at our dock shortly before the mechanic completed his repair shortly after 1 PM.  

Fall's changing the color palette.

While waiting for the arrival of part, Pete and I discussed our options for heading to Norfolk: travel times and best anchorages to discuss with the group.  Since we left all the highlighters at home, Pete tried to resurrect an old red pen.  In the process of shaking it, it exploded all over the cabin and Pete.  We were able to get most of it out and off of most of the surfaces and off of Pete, though we are still finding some spots.  Some of the cushions and rugs will have permanent red polka dots.

Mute Swan

         As we moved Pekabu III over to join the other 3 boats, the changing leaves remind us that it is really fall, but the swans are still visiting. Today, it is humid and in the low 80’s and they are predicting thunderstorms for tonight and tomorrow.  We met over dinner to discuss our travel plans.  After checking various weather sources, we will meet in the morning, but it doesn’t look promising for tomorrow.  There are still things we need to coordinate as a group, so if we wait one more day, I am sure we will put it to good use. . .besides when we are together, we always have good time.          

~ ~ (\_~ ~ ~     Kathy and                      Pete