The double thunderstorm wind (41 kts) and rain whipping through Boot Key Harbor, Marathon, The Keys, Florida.
Bobby was slung over the diesel engine and generator in the engine room installing the compressor for the new refrigeration system while Jenny was upside down with legs in the air inside the top loading refer box reinstalling the extra insulation and spraying foam. The old ice box is chilling down and ready to go once again. Except now the weather is not being cooperative - two thunderstorms went through yesterday afternoon and the wind is still up today, so departure is delayed until Wednesday for calmer seas.
Our plan now is to head up the East Coast of the US for the summer and return South as it gets cold. Tom and Sandy of S/V Magic Reunion are still in Palmetto, FL. We decided not to head to the Abacos Islands, Bahamas to meet up with the Texas Cruiser's Association this week (they are chartering), as we only know one couple from the marina in Texas and would only be able to stay about 3 weeks. Tom belonged to the Association for years. The Caribbean will wait for us until this winter.Another Marathon "character" spotting at the Dockside Bar last week. Unfortunately, no camera available for documentation. She was perched in the lap of her date...he did not appear to really care even though it was in the upper 80s, very humid, and the bar is not air conditioned. Although the "date" was dressed conservatively in kahki shorts, polo shirt, socks and shoes, the "character" had on a white lace see-thru blouse, red bra, and a cut-off jean studded mini-skirt. So what's the big deal, you ask? They looked to be in their 80s! Got the impression she might be a biker chick from way back, although I did not see any tatoos through the blouse.
At least the sunsets are lovely to look here in Boot Key Harbor.
