We have spent several months here in Marathon, but we ARE ready to sail on! It's a great place to visit; lots of friendly people and very convenient for cruisers, but it is time to go. We spent what turned out to be our last Saturday night at the "tiki". We enjoyed the "jam" sessions and good conversation always, and occasionally David played a song or two.Well, just a few more days and we'll be on our way to the Yucatan. . .yeh! We still have those last minute things to do, like to provision! Can't sail without RUM!
Our crew member, Hamp, aka "The Hampster", has bravely decided to join us for the crossing. Hopefully, he won't regret it! He arrived on Friday, just in time for Fantasyfest! David and I have already done the "fest", but Dennis, Frank, Harry, and Hamp convinced us to take them, well David didn't seem to need much coaxing. I think they were a little more than surprised at the "costumes" or lack there of, and I know it is a night they will remember for a long time to come! LOL!
Well, as it turned out our best weather window has passed us by. At this point we have to wait for a low near Belize before we can "kick the tires and light the fires"!
In the meantime, Hamp is exploring Key West and though I'm sure he'd rather be "underway", he seems to have adjusted quite well!
He and David have gotten to be pretty well known at Schooner's Wharf!
This will be the last blog post for us until after our crossing to Isla Mujeres. Thanks to all for following along on our "first" adventure! Stay tuned!
