Looks like tomorrow is the day to finally leave Stuart and continue north to St. Augustine. The low pressure area sitting in the Gulf has finally moved across Florida and up into the Atlantic. Following it, a high pressure area has formed over Florida, resulting in at least seven days of good weather. In fact, it looks like there would be a window to cross to the Bahamas at the end of the week, but it comes too late for us. There would not be enough time to enjoy the Abacos before having to return. Patty and I are fine with the decision and look forward to heading north.

For Easter yesterday, we had brunch on our boat with Bob, Mary, Bill and Patty. Starting with bloody mary’s or mimosas, we then had Patty’s egg cups, Mary’s fruit salad, and Patty’s (Renaissance) asparagus with hollandaise and pineapple coffee cake. We certainly do not deprive ourselves of life’s pleasures while cruising.