Yesterday (2/2), as we prepared to get underway we were treated to a beautiful morning sunrise. But wait, what about that old sailors limerick of "Red Sky in the Morning...Sailors Take Warning". We knew the front was approaching but it was anticipated to arrive Wednesday. We checked the forecast again, all looked good and we were underway at 0708.

While Jeff was below filling out the log and cleaning up from handling the muddy anchor chain, he noticed Wendy turning on the radar. Their eyes met and one word rang out, "FOG"! How could that be when it was clear just minutes ago?

As Jeff blew fog signals on our air horn and the radar & chart plotter acted as our "Red Tipped White Cane", we slowed. We hoped that we could keep moving some so we could catch the correct tide for Port Royal Sound. Then, magically, as fast as it appeared the fog lifted.

We struggled a bit against the current until we turned towards Beaufort. Then, flying along at almost 6 knots we headed for our next obstacle, Lady's Island Swing Bridge. This bridge carries a great deal of car traffic so it has a restricted opening schedule. We have noticed, over the years, that the schedule tends to change either without notice or the whim of the bridge tender.

We arrived about 10 minutes before its 1300 opening so we turned into the current, idling ahead, and waited. As we passed through the open bridge we hung a tight right turn and entered Factory Creek. After some tight maneuvering we docked, at 1328, at Lady's Island Marina, http://www.ladysislandmarina.com/



A favorite stop of ours and over the years we have seen many changes. Besides new signage and a fresh coat of paint, this visits' surprise also include a cruisers lounge. In the lounge are chairs, tables, microwave, and "The Garden". Yup, a 6' tall hydroponic tower, http://www.towergarden.com/ lit with grow lights, filled with Lettuce, Kale, Swiss Chard, and more.



We are looking foreword to our visit here which has the possibility of being an extended stay as a week of unpredictable weather is ahead.




Fair Wends & Quiet Anchorages,
Jeff & Wendy