We decided to go outside from Ft Lauderdale to Miami as well. The weather was forecast as 5-10kts E with 1-2ft seas. Instead we got 0-5kts and 0-1ft seas. I guess it's better to err on the conservative side, so once again we were motoring down the ocean. However, it was a lot more pleasant and relaxing then yesterday and Nikki was able to stay in her usual hiding place.
Going in and out of the inlets isn't too bad except for the sportfish. They put off more wakes than the large cruiseships that were also going to and from. The last set of wakes entering Miami brought Tali out of the cabin but by the time we got to Biscayne Bay the waves had calmed, the wind filled in, and we had a lovely afternoon sail. As you can see, Tali was not especially stressed and seemed to particularly enjoy engines off sailing. First time since the Albemarle Sound!