We were up at dawn to watch the sun rise over the water, and enjoyed a quick breakfast at the small cafe before we headed out. Our journey took us down the wide Alligator River to the canal and the Pongo River. There were several other boaters traveling the same path.
After hearing a report of floating debris in the river near mile marker 33, we were careful when we passed. And there it was, a tree stump. I saw it as we passed by. So Jim warned the other boaters. It was still there.
We had a pleasant trip down the canal and the beautiful Pongo River to the marina.
That evening we met several other boaters at a 'happy hour' at the clubhouse. Everyone was friendly and eager to share their experiences with Hurricane Sandy. One couple had been cruising for ten years!
When we got back to the boat it was pitch dark and Tasha escaped onto the dock. She was determined to get out and ran past us to leap onto another sailboat. We apologized to the owner as we grabbed our cat. I was so relieved! I could imagine what could happen to her if she was put overnight! She is so pampered she wouldn't know what to do if she saw another cat. She thinks everyone loves her and trusts whoever she meets. She loves dogs and other cats. She is certainly not street wise! So I am glad we found her.