Crescent River

 We traveled less than 10 miles north today.  Hazy, hot and humid we were happy to set the anchor and relax while trying to stay cool.  The trip was mostly marsh on both sides.  These homes were on the western side of the river with no road access.  Makes one wonder - how did they get all the materials out and what did it cost?







We settled in Crescent river just west of the ICW.  
Some traffic including shrimping boats.  I think they are really cool looking.  And I think of Forrest Gump of course!

A few boats have joined us.  The weather has held without rain.  



Tonight was Blue Water Cruising class night.  Paul and I still attend when we can every Sunday and Thursday.  Tonight was for women only which is always a nice break.  Without the boys on the call topics are dramatically different.  Instead of engine and rigging talk we can discuss children, provisioning, medical, etc.  There is a bond with these other women who are going through the same challenges.  From emptying and selling homes to living with family 24/7.  Tonight we wound up discussing kids.  Younger kids and home schooling.  Older kids and how they manage with mom and dad gone sailing.  I am grateful my kids are so supportive of our decision.  I am thankful for the frequent text messages, phone calls, pictures and face time calls.  Although sad to miss some milestones I do not feel left out of their lives.  
It was also notable that Megan called with a "wild" goose problem in Maine during class discussion of keeping in touch with family!

Although we could not be there, we did enjoy the call and laughter from the girls as they fed them lettuce.  (Janet and Rita belong to the farm around the corner and were returned successfully!)


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