Yesterday morning I moved Georgian Spirit to her new slip in Bay Port. It’s an outside slip meaning there are no other boats directly alongside. This will make for easier docking and departure. MY Jane likes it because of a better view. Scott Cain, General Mgr of Bayport, Larry Anders from Laramar, and Tom Sommerville of Storm Rider, helped me. While I operated, Scott stood by and coached me a little on getting it docked. It was easier than I thought it would be.Â
Because the slip on the inside is vacant, we also have a convenient place to park the dinghy.
My friend, Larry, came over by dinghy for a visit and we ended up going to the Marina chandlery to look for a bigger anchor. Although the one I have meets the weight recommendation of 15 kg, several experienced boaters have suggested that, because of the height of our vessel, it would be more succeptible to the effects of wind while at anchor. In a storm or very windy weather, the anchor might let go. Because we intend to be anchoring a lot, I ordered a 20kg anchor. In addition, I will be adding 100 feet of rope to the existing 100 feet of chain. Then I will feel more secure.
While in the chandlery, Larry and I spotted a nice BBQ. It’s a large one by Sea B Q and Doug, the customer service rep there, gave me a good deal on it. We took it back to the boat and installed it on the starboard rail near the wing door. Out if the way but very convenient. When Jane arrived aft re work, I made her grilled chicken on a bun which was delicious.
Earlier in the afternoon, our good friends, Harry and Rina, visited and Harry gave me a CD with pictures he had taken during our trip up the Trent. I am looking forward to seeing them.
After dinner, Jane and I sat on the aft deck having a drink and enjoying the sunshine and view. It’s a great spot because there’s always a boat or two coming or going.
I then suggested that we take a dinghy ride out on Midland Bay. It was about 8 PM. Knowing that it would be cool out on the water, we took our jackets. Jane was in her glory driving the dinghy as you can see in the photo below.
We returned home after readying Georgian Spirit for Chris and Tonya who are spending the weekend there while Jane and I attend a dinner theatre tonight – The Famous People Players – with good friends Annemarie and Jim. Looking forward to seeing them tonight.
Tomorrow we will head back up to Midland.
Right now, I’m heading out to water the flowers.
Life Unfolding 