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Author Archives: Jenny

family & friends

November 4 – 23, 2012 These past couple of weeks have continued to be a whirlwind of activity. Boat projects have been interspersed with special visits from family and friends. We wish there were more time to see everyone who is dear to us. Unfortunately, time is running out, and with the weather turning colder, … Continue reading »

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cold & rainy . . . need warmth

November 6, 2012 The thermometer inside the boat read 45 degrees F as I forced myself to get out from under the covers. The cold air cut through every layer of clothing on my body. It was time to get the stove cranking. Coffee was first on the list. However, I was out of ground … Continue reading »

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repairs, projects & weather . . . oh my

October 25 – November 2, 2012 The next 10 ten days spent at Jarrett Bay was a whirlwind of activity. From rudder repairs and overdue projects to Halloween and Hurricane Sandy, we were kept busy for the entire time the boat was out of the water. And of course, we had to keep school going, … Continue reading »

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damage unveiled

October 24, 2012 Our haul out at Jarrett Bay finally revealed the whale damage to our rudder. Fortunately, it was nothing serious and a fairly easy fix. While the boat was still in the travel lift slings, we shook the rudders and were amazed at how much play was in the port rudder. Then, we … Continue reading »

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return to jarrett bay

October 23, 2012 In preparation for our haul out at Jarrett Bay, Wil spent a full day running around town, collecting parts for the upcoming work. I spent my day with schooling the kids. Actually, Justine has become quite independent with her studies, so it’s rare when she needs me now. However, Colin still needs … Continue reading »

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about a flower in new jersey

Read Justine’s descriptive essay about a flower she found at Liberty State Park in New Jersey. A New Jersey Zinnia and an Old Shot Glass   return to home page

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a letter from Justine

Justine wrote a letter to her followers about her first experiences with dolphins and whales. Check it out. a letter from Justine return to home page  

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work & play

October 17 – 23, 2012 We kicked off our first week back in Beaufort with celebration of our 2oth wedding anniversary. Right before our dinner date for the evening, Wil did what every good, surf-loving husband does. He took the opportunity to go catch some waves that were coming in from Hurricane Rafael. I was … Continue reading »

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at home again in beaufort

October 16, 2012 As much as we would have liked to stayed anchored in Cape Lookout, we had family and friends waiting for us in Beaufort. It was time to pick up the hook and make the 2-hour journey to a place we like to call home. We raised the mainsail, hoisted the anchor, and … Continue reading »

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home at cape lookout

October 14 – 16, 2012 Waking up in Cape Lookout gave us a coming home type feel. The land that surrounded us was nothing but low sand dunes, and the air was warm and humid. There was almost a tropical feeling which gave us a glimpse of future cruising days to come. After being so … Continue reading »

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