Life is busy in this little town! We've been here just over a week now, and there haven't been many spare minutes. That's great, but I've been itching to write a few words in the blog! This morning is 'it', while Bill uses his 'free' time to wash the boat.
Our week has been filled with old friends and new, meandering walks through shady lanes and strolls along sparkling beaches. Our 'old' friends, Ben & Margaret, here in the marina on 'Diva', have been their usual hospitable selves. We've met up with them and their guests, Bob & Linda, for drinks and for a delicious lunch at the 'Abaco Inn', high above the thundering and spectacular, Atlantic surf.
We've lunched beachside at the Hope Town Harbour Lodge, and we've even had a home-cooked meal - such a luxury. - on dry land, thanks to Jane & Ron. Last Friday we joined the throng at 'Wine Down Sip Sips' locals' gathering, and got to use our 'Sots' card - a most unusual form of identification!
A perfect day out on Glen & Jane's new 'runabout' took us along the west side of Elbow Cay past Tahiti Beach, and then back to tie up at the lovely 'Firefly Resort' for lunch. A great day, followed by an evening at the opening of a local art show at the 'Hummingbird Gallery'.
We've also had some 'weather'! Some annoying cold fronts with their accompnying strong winds have disturbed the normally placid 'Sea of Abaco'. Gulf Stream crossings have been off limits for the past week due to towering 16 foot waves and fiercesome northerly blows. Though the warm sun shines through most of the time, boats of all shapes and sizes have been running for cover, which is pretty much impossible to find in Hope Town Harbour as the marina and the mooring balls are full.
We feel very lucky to be tucked away here at our slip at the marina.
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