In the life of sailors, that don't fish, there are three things that rate high in in the making of a perfect day on the water. Among the rest, wind direction, wind strength and tidal currents are the most outstanding. Sunshine and warm weather are close behind. We hit the trifecta on the top three. Yesterday's suggestions from a local fisher allowed us to plan perfectly for the changing currents in the straight and once the morning rains stopped and the fog cleared, we were well on our way to a pleasant sail to Charlettown. The seas were high for much of the voyage, but set up in a way that gave us a gentle ride as we dodged the well charted sand shoals that prevail in the area. Arrival in Charlettown at 1800 was sweet.
Sweeter than safely reaching our alternate and final destination was being welcomed by Judy (Don's sister) and Doug and a group of their friends for cocktails and fine dining near their cottage near Brackly Beach.
Sunday will include sorting out the boat at the marina, booking a flight back to Montreal and finding our land legs again.
Despite some of the discomforting moments we encountered, we are classifying our adventure as a highly worthwhile experience. We were aware that there would be challenges, but not real sure of the form in which they would present themselves. We were also aware that there would be very pleasant experiences that would contribute to each of our life-long learning opportunity quests. We were not disappointed as these experiences were also presented to us.
Adding to the pleasant and reassuring side of this whole journey was the knowledge that you were checking in on this blog and offering comments. Thanks to all!
By the way, does anyone know anyone who would like to buy a boat????
Over and out,
don and john
Sweeter than safely reaching our alternate and final destination was being welcomed by Judy (Don's sister) and Doug and a group of their friends for cocktails and fine dining near their cottage near Brackly Beach.
Sunday will include sorting out the boat at the marina, booking a flight back to Montreal and finding our land legs again.
Despite some of the discomforting moments we encountered, we are classifying our adventure as a highly worthwhile experience. We were aware that there would be challenges, but not real sure of the form in which they would present themselves. We were also aware that there would be very pleasant experiences that would contribute to each of our life-long learning opportunity quests. We were not disappointed as these experiences were also presented to us.
Adding to the pleasant and reassuring side of this whole journey was the knowledge that you were checking in on this blog and offering comments. Thanks to all!
By the way, does anyone know anyone who would like to buy a boat????
Over and out,
don and john
Pheww... I watched the weather report on Friday evening, and then when Saturday dawned with a gale still blowing and a steady rain falling, I thought you guys where in for an 'interesting' day! I did not think you'd have had the time to make it to PEI. From the sound of it, the winds eased up earlier there than here.
ReplyDeleteGood to know you're safe and sound (well... as 'sound' as you've ever been, anyways...).
Now that the bug has bit, should I start looking for a 40 footer going at a reasonable price?
silliw.dd@telus .net
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glad you two made it in one piece.what a great experience for you both!!maybe you can write a book someday.it was fun to be a part of the daily adventures.good on you guys!!Congratulations,too!!
i think it was as fun for us as it was for you. sure you got great views and the salty sea air but we got our own beds and to sleep with the ones we love.
ReplyDeleteeither way we all had a great time and i can't wait to see the slideshow!
Glad you are home safe and sound but Ron and I will miss the adventures. Probably just as well as Ron was starting to get ideas. M
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