Later that day we arrive in Avalon to a beautiful day and a great friend (Steve of sail boat Batucada and his friend Bruce). The day couldn’t be more perfect (meeting up with friends, sharing laughs, the wine wasn’t bad either).
Monday, October 22, 2007
October 18 2007:
We meet our first cruising friend on the way to Catalina. Excitement is in the air as Snow Goose sails guided by a friendly dolphin. Who needs GPS when you have echo location?
October 17 2007:
Captain Mike pulls out of the 1300 dock of Villa Del Mar for the last time. It was an emotional moment as Snow Goose made her way out of Marina Del Rey Harbor. We were quiet for a long while: consumed with memories of great friendships, hopes for a safe passage, and dreams of the adventures ahead (or maybe Mike was just getting choked up thinking about the price of fuel in filling up his 500 gallon tanks in San Pedro).
October 16th 2007 (midnight):
Snow Goose awaits her new departure date for early tomorrow morning. Everything is tucked neatly away, all systems have been checked and re-checked, the Captain and Crew are ready, tanks are full, and food has been stowed. Hopefully no little gremlins have wiggled wires to postpone the departure again (i.e.: Carolyn and the freezer thermostat). The still night reflects the mood of all aboard (a pause before embarking on an unknown adventure).
October 14th 2007: Provisioning and Inventory
Provisioning is an all consuming activity. I have been dreaming about shopping lists for a week now. Thanks to Gail and Jeff (of Sea Witch) we doubled our shopping list. I know I’ll be thanking them especially when we get under way. Each tale they told of their circumnavigation came laced with so many helpful hints. Thank you!
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Going Away...
Saturdays "going away" party was outstanding, bittersweet fun. We are leaving behind a group of wonderful friends, yet taking with us all of their best-wishes. There were, for me, numerous tender moments. MJM
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