One night crossing down....six to go.

Short entry....

We departed my beloved Sarasota/Marina Jacks yesterday right around 11:30 a.m.

We set our course for Key West and about 1:00 p.m. Sunday, April 17th (my sister Jans birthday), we passed by, toasting to all the good times we've had in KW. The most important of which was the marriage of our son, Lucas to Stacey in November of '09.

Ed and I nor Curt (our Mate) can hardly believe these calm clear waters. Just amazing and something that Ed and I have never experienced before. What a joy? And, what a difference cruising makes.

Now we are headed across the Atlantic from Key West to the Old Bahama Channel. We should arrive about 3:20 a.m. as it is about 85 miles to travel.

The old Cummins is doing it's job at continuous duty and since we had that new shaft put on with new packing, etc. during the summer of 2010, the ride is much smoother.

So hear we are; amazed by the beauty of Gods creation. My "watch" is from 4-8 (both a.m. and p.m.) this trip. So this morning, I got to see the full moon and its glow on the ocean and then watch the sun come up on our port side. How blessed am I!!!!

So, to Captain Larry who taught us much about "Chartwell", now "Great Mates II" and to all the other who have schooled us about living aboard and now, to Capt. Chapman who is traveling with us this time....thank you.

Most of all, thanks to Ed Prosser who taught me how to dream and dream and live that dream.

Hugs and Gods peace, Lisa