Taking It Easy!
It's Tuesday! Tuesdays have become chore day aboard the good ship SUNSHINE. After Yoga, Anna Marie did the laundry while I took care of some personal business. We had a picnic lunch under the Tiki Hut.
Then we walked to the Tad Office where we registered the dinghy for another year.the walk was extended by a stop at. daffy Dougs. I wanted a large American Flag, but they had none. Our next stop was the Keys Fishery where we purchased a quart of Stone Crab soup (yummy!) and a pound of hogfish.
After returning to SUNSHINE, we settled in for the sunset celebration and then I rubbed the spices on the fish and put it on the grill. It was excellent; very moist and tasty. We each had an ear of corn and cucumber salad with grilled pineapples slices for dessert.
Following dinner, we fired up the generator and watched a movie before hitting the sack.
Sunshine almost always makes me high! (John Denver)
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Monday, March 7, 2011
Aborted Power Walk!
So, we hopped into the old F250 for a ride to Islamorada for a picnic lunch and a power walk. Trinkets were on our agenda as well. We wanted to purchase a couple of tea light holders for the boat.
Sadly, I was feeling a bit dizzy throughout the day so the power walking was scrubbed and we ate the picnic lunch while underway, in the hopes that some nourishment would help. It didn't. We thought a stop at Lorelei's might help. We split a grouper sandwich. It was great, but didn't help. It did give me the idea that we cooed use some spices for blackening the chicken tonight and perhaps fresh fish tomorrow. We whopped t Winn-Dixie to get some, but alas, they had none. A quick stop at Publix was successful however.
We returned to the boat to chill out for the evening. I grilled the chicken breasts and they were most excellent. That and some corn-on-the-cob and a salad made up our evening meal. As usual, we enjoyed some popcorn while watching "Gettysburg."
Sadly, I was feeling a bit dizzy throughout the day so the power walking was scrubbed and we ate the picnic lunch while underway, in the hopes that some nourishment would help. It didn't. We thought a stop at Lorelei's might help. We split a grouper sandwich. It was great, but didn't help. It did give me the idea that we cooed use some spices for blackening the chicken tonight and perhaps fresh fish tomorrow. We whopped t Winn-Dixie to get some, but alas, they had none. A quick stop at Publix was successful however.
We returned to the boat to chill out for the evening. I grilled the chicken breasts and they were most excellent. That and some corn-on-the-cob and a salad made up our evening meal. As usual, we enjoyed some popcorn while watching "Gettysburg."
Sunday, March 6, 2011
St. Columba Bluegrass Show!
Thanks to the Funston's, we were able to attend the church bluegrass show and BBQ. John organized attendance from Marathon Marina. The Elders, friends from home, were there as well. We all had a great time.
This is the third year we have attended this annual event and this was by far the best! The food lines, which had be a problem in previous years was much more organized. It was prepared by the Marathon HS Culinary Arts Program and it was excellent. It featured BBQ chicken, pulled pork and all the fixins, two kinds of soup and dessert.
The music was provided by Angelica Grimm who was backed by TJ and Tom (dad) Doerfel and Harmonica Bob. They put on a two hour bluegrass show that had the audience tapping their feet.
Earlier in the day, we rode the bikes to Key Colony Beach (about 6 miles one way) to check out the festivities for Key Colony Beach Day. we arrived just in time for the parade which featured Shriners riding scooters, mini model T's, antique cars and motorcycles.
We checked out the various booths and listened to the music before heading back to the boat.
All in all, another excellent day in Paradise!
This is the third year we have attended this annual event and this was by far the best! The food lines, which had be a problem in previous years was much more organized. It was prepared by the Marathon HS Culinary Arts Program and it was excellent. It featured BBQ chicken, pulled pork and all the fixins, two kinds of soup and dessert.
The music was provided by Angelica Grimm who was backed by TJ and Tom (dad) Doerfel and Harmonica Bob. They put on a two hour bluegrass show that had the audience tapping their feet.
Earlier in the day, we rode the bikes to Key Colony Beach (about 6 miles one way) to check out the festivities for Key Colony Beach Day. we arrived just in time for the parade which featured Shriners riding scooters, mini model T's, antique cars and motorcycles.
We checked out the various booths and listened to the music before heading back to the boat.
All in all, another excellent day in Paradise!
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Still Windy!
It's still windy,,, for the third consecutive day! Once again we chose to walk rather than fight the wind on the bikes.
Our walk took us to K Mart and Home Depot where we purchased some supplies.
Back aboard, I worked or removing the gummy residue on my ukulele. I removed the flame decal yesterday. It takes a lot of rubbing to remove the sticky substance. I got about one-third of it off. I'll try to get the rest off tomorrow.
Our walk took us to K Mart and Home Depot where we purchased some supplies.
Back aboard, I worked or removing the gummy residue on my ukulele. I removed the flame decal yesterday. It takes a lot of rubbing to remove the sticky substance. I got about one-third of it off. I'll try to get the rest off tomorrow.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
A Walk And A Play!
Have I mention the wind recently? Well it's been blowing 20 to 30 knots for 48 hours. It doesn't affect the boat, although wind of this strength tends to make most boats "hunt" or "sail on the ball." The motion is virtually imperceptible when in the cabin. We have the rigging all secured, so the halyards don't slap. We took the courtesy flags down so the flag halyards are quiet as well.
The only havoc the wind causes is when we take to the dinghy which provides our transportation ashore. In this case, the strong winds have been out of the east, which means we have a wet, bumpy ride going to shore. The ride back to the boat is easy because we can go with the wind. Generally speaking, there is no spray when going with the wind. To go ashore, we done our fouls. Once ashore, we take them off and stow them in the back pack.
We went ashore twice today. The first time to play Bocce. Later in the evening, we attended the world premiere play at the Community Theater. The musical, Act Now, was written, directed and starred people who live on boats in the harbor. It was a fun evening and we enjoyed the talents of our fellow cruisers. We hope all the cruisers in the harbor will lend their support as well.
Between Bocce and the play, we managed to take an enjoyable 90 minute walk.
It's hard to believe that we're about the start the second week in March. We'll be leaving the harbor sometime after the 20th of the month. After that, we'll meet our family for Easter break and then we'll be home. Doesn't time fly?
The only havoc the wind causes is when we take to the dinghy which provides our transportation ashore. In this case, the strong winds have been out of the east, which means we have a wet, bumpy ride going to shore. The ride back to the boat is easy because we can go with the wind. Generally speaking, there is no spray when going with the wind. To go ashore, we done our fouls. Once ashore, we take them off and stow them in the back pack.
We went ashore twice today. The first time to play Bocce. Later in the evening, we attended the world premiere play at the Community Theater. The musical, Act Now, was written, directed and starred people who live on boats in the harbor. It was a fun evening and we enjoyed the talents of our fellow cruisers. We hope all the cruisers in the harbor will lend their support as well.
Between Bocce and the play, we managed to take an enjoyable 90 minute walk.
It's hard to believe that we're about the start the second week in March. We'll be leaving the harbor sometime after the 20th of the month. After that, we'll meet our family for Easter break and then we'll be home. Doesn't time fly?
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
A Evening with Good Friends!
We met our friends the Funston's (Heilan' Lass) for a trip to Sparky's, home of the .25 cent shrimp/wings happy hour. Sadly, the shrimp were mushy. We did't make a second order!
Following the visit to Sparkey's, we made our way to the movie theater where we waited in line for almost an hour. The King's Speech was playing and the theater was packed. Because we arrived early, we had our choice of seats.
The movie was outstanding! We thoroughly enjoyed it. It was certainly deserving of the awards it has garnered.
Following the visit to Sparkey's, we made our way to the movie theater where we waited in line for almost an hour. The King's Speech was playing and the theater was packed. Because we arrived early, we had our choice of seats.
The movie was outstanding! We thoroughly enjoyed it. It was certainly deserving of the awards it has garnered.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Theater of the Sea and a Birthday Party for Lee!
February 28, 2011
Theater of the Sea!
During the past six years, we have spent five winters in Marathon. Once in a great while, we play the role of typical tourists. Today was such a day. We packed a picnic lunch and headed off to the Theater of the Sea in Islamorada.
We enjoyed another picture perfect day, watching the dolphin, sea lion and parrot shows. We also participated in a short tide on the bottomless boat, a walkl through the mangrove, lazed around on the beach in a lounge chair, and finally listened to a talk on marine life, including some typical Florida amphibians.
We spent about four hours in the place, which was an old limestone quarry, very similar to the Windley Key Fossil State Park that we visited a few weeks ago. The quarry has been flooded with natural salt water from the Oceanside, and is very well maintained. It was a pleasure to just walk around and enjoy the many flowers that were in bloom.
On the way home, we stopped at the Worldwide Sportsman and found a few bargains. After shopping, we went next door to Morada Bay, and enjoyed cocktails on the beach while listening to a couple of musicians. Very nice.
We returned to SUNSHINE in time for the sunset celebration.
3/1/11
Birthday Party at the Movie Theater!
The highlight of this day was Lee Moore's seventy-second birthday party. We met Lee on the Bocce court. He and Dee actually taught us how to play. He is the chairperson of the harbor's Relay for Life team and is doing a great job. We have participated in tow of the harbor's efforts to raise funds to fight cancer by purchasing a Marathon courtesy flag. We proudly fly it from our pennant halyard. We also purchased the opportunity to leave our mark on the Harbor. For a $10.00, were given an old board (about 4"x24") on which we could paint our boat name, home port, and distance (in crow miles).
Because we've been so busy, it has taken me almost two weeks to get to work on the sign, but I finished it two days ago. We turned it in to the office so the workers could mount it on the harbor post. They've been busy as well, as they still haven't put it, or about six others up. Still, we expect that within a couple of days, our sign will be mounted on the harbor post. It is a great way to commemorate our winter in Boot a key Harbor and we're certainly happy to contribute to the cause.
Happy Birthday, Lee!
Theater of the Sea!
During the past six years, we have spent five winters in Marathon. Once in a great while, we play the role of typical tourists. Today was such a day. We packed a picnic lunch and headed off to the Theater of the Sea in Islamorada.
We enjoyed another picture perfect day, watching the dolphin, sea lion and parrot shows. We also participated in a short tide on the bottomless boat, a walkl through the mangrove, lazed around on the beach in a lounge chair, and finally listened to a talk on marine life, including some typical Florida amphibians.
We spent about four hours in the place, which was an old limestone quarry, very similar to the Windley Key Fossil State Park that we visited a few weeks ago. The quarry has been flooded with natural salt water from the Oceanside, and is very well maintained. It was a pleasure to just walk around and enjoy the many flowers that were in bloom.
On the way home, we stopped at the Worldwide Sportsman and found a few bargains. After shopping, we went next door to Morada Bay, and enjoyed cocktails on the beach while listening to a couple of musicians. Very nice.
We returned to SUNSHINE in time for the sunset celebration.
3/1/11
Birthday Party at the Movie Theater!
The highlight of this day was Lee Moore's seventy-second birthday party. We met Lee on the Bocce court. He and Dee actually taught us how to play. He is the chairperson of the harbor's Relay for Life team and is doing a great job. We have participated in tow of the harbor's efforts to raise funds to fight cancer by purchasing a Marathon courtesy flag. We proudly fly it from our pennant halyard. We also purchased the opportunity to leave our mark on the Harbor. For a $10.00, were given an old board (about 4"x24") on which we could paint our boat name, home port, and distance (in crow miles).
Because we've been so busy, it has taken me almost two weeks to get to work on the sign, but I finished it two days ago. We turned it in to the office so the workers could mount it on the harbor post. They've been busy as well, as they still haven't put it, or about six others up. Still, we expect that within a couple of days, our sign will be mounted on the harbor post. It is a great way to commemorate our winter in Boot a key Harbor and we're certainly happy to contribute to the cause.
Happy Birthday, Lee!
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