We have been “unpacking” the boat this week. Deciding what we should leave, and what we should take. The boat is stocked with soups, meats, pasta, sauces, spices, crackers and so much more. The act of “decommissioning” the Moon means facing head on the fact that we are not going to Mexico now. It has been a rough week emotionally, preparing to leave Monterey and the boat, even though we know we are coming back.
We have been so blessed with our cruiser friends lending support, encouragement, sympathy, and understanding. Apparently we are not alone in having the first push south (or west) thwarted, some of our friends know what we are going through; have faced the same rough decisions. One good friend suggested that we were actually EARLY for the trip south this fall. I like that kind of thinking.
I have changed on this little journey of mine. I believe I have a better handle on what is important. Money-no; sure, I wish I had a big bucket of money right now, but I truly believe I am right were I am meant to be, and money might get in the way of that.
I have met people, many great people. Some will probably be in my life for just a short season, but others, I believe will be in my life forever. Kindnesses of strangers, and new friends that feel like old friends. There is a song we used to sing in Girl Scouts, make new friends, but keep the old, one is silver and the other's gold . We are covered with the gold and silver of friends, and the precious jewels of our family.
The adventure continues, not in the direction we thought, but that is what makes it an adventure, right?
Showing posts with label Monterey. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Monterey. Show all posts
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Sunday, January 17, 2010
The Answer is Blowin in the Wind
Thursday we head out of Monterey after 28 days of fun/frustrating times. Leaving many new friends and a lovely community, we were heading out to beat the storms.
I was sick, no fun.
We made it 1/2 way to San Simeon before the engine died. As I lay there, recuperating after feeding the fishes, I was hoping against hope Marcus had hoisted the sails and was cutting the engine. No such luck.
It was late, no wind, and out of range to call for assistance, so we just bobbed, all night. It is really noisy when the swells are tossing the boat around constantly. It was a tough night, very little sleep.
In the morning, we decided the the wind would decide whether we would go south or north.
Winds from the south, so here we are back in Monterey. It is hard, but because of our faith, we believe we are right where we belong. We don't know why, but here we are.
We are weighing our options this weekend, but it honestly doesn't look like Mexico is in our future THIS season. But our spirits are good and we will let you know which way the wind blows us next!!
I was sick, no fun.
We made it 1/2 way to San Simeon before the engine died. As I lay there, recuperating after feeding the fishes, I was hoping against hope Marcus had hoisted the sails and was cutting the engine. No such luck.
It was late, no wind, and out of range to call for assistance, so we just bobbed, all night. It is really noisy when the swells are tossing the boat around constantly. It was a tough night, very little sleep.
In the morning, we decided the the wind would decide whether we would go south or north.
Winds from the south, so here we are back in Monterey. It is hard, but because of our faith, we believe we are right where we belong. We don't know why, but here we are.
We are weighing our options this weekend, but it honestly doesn't look like Mexico is in our future THIS season. But our spirits are good and we will let you know which way the wind blows us next!!
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Looking Good
Making final preparations to head for San Simeon. It looks like we have a weather window, and hoping things smooth out so we can head further south soon.
San Simeon here we come!
San Simeon here we come!
Monday, January 11, 2010
she lives . . .SHE LIVES!!!!
Engine is purring like a kitten!! So many people to thank. We had help from so many people. Although our time in Monterey has been challenging, it has given us the opportunity to meet so many great people.
Weather will determine whether we leave Tues, Wed, or Thurs.
YAHOO!!!
Weather will determine whether we leave Tues, Wed, or Thurs.
YAHOO!!!
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Challenges, We Got Challenges
Monterey:
Long overdue update: we were heading down the coast, all prepared for our first overnighter, about 15-20 miles down the coast, the wind just started to pick up, and we were getting ready to raise the sails when the engine died. YIKES!!! So we can sail on down the coast to unknown services, or get towed back to Monterey.
This is not good financially, time wise (weather gets rougher in January), or emotionally. But regardless, here we are. We have met some great people, made some new friends, and HOPEFULLY found the problem with the engine. Part will be delivered tomorrow.
Besides the new friends we have made, the silver lining to this dark cloud is that we get to go home for Christmas!!! Yahoo.
We are renting a car and heading home for a day. Everyone is happy about that.
So, if this part fixes the engine, the next weather window after Christmas, we will be heading out. Otherwise, we may be looking for work in Monterey.
Long overdue update: we were heading down the coast, all prepared for our first overnighter, about 15-20 miles down the coast, the wind just started to pick up, and we were getting ready to raise the sails when the engine died. YIKES!!! So we can sail on down the coast to unknown services, or get towed back to Monterey.
This is not good financially, time wise (weather gets rougher in January), or emotionally. But regardless, here we are. We have met some great people, made some new friends, and HOPEFULLY found the problem with the engine. Part will be delivered tomorrow.
Besides the new friends we have made, the silver lining to this dark cloud is that we get to go home for Christmas!!! Yahoo.
We are renting a car and heading home for a day. Everyone is happy about that.
So, if this part fixes the engine, the next weather window after Christmas, we will be heading out. Otherwise, we may be looking for work in Monterey.
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