Before we could head into shore for our morning walk, I had to pump out the dinghy as it had a couple of inches of water in it. Fortunately, several years ago, my son, Austin, had given us a hand pump which he had used as a kayak guide one summer in Maine. It really does the job and moves a lot of water. We then went into shore and had our walk, this time without stopping for ice cream. Ten a.m. is a bit early anyway.

Before the predicted storms were to arrive yesterday evening, we all agreed to get together for our daily game session. This time it featured Pegs and Jokers, which is like Parcheesi or Sorry. A good way to pass away a couple of hours. Men 1, Women 1.

After heading back to the boat, Patty and I thought we had enough time to grill steak. Well, we waited a bit too long as it started raining as soon as I put them on. Of course, I weathered it out and finished. The real storm was yet to come. As predicted, it began around 8:00 p.m. and blew hard for well over an hour and a half, with lightening this time. Lots of rain. After the worse part had pass us by, there was just a nice steady rain. Great to sleep by.

Today we expect a repeat. The weathermen state that this pattern is very unique for this time of the year. I’m not sure if we need to experience it, particularly for the next 2 days.