Ducking Danger
02 August 2020 | Bristol, RI
Sunday 2 August 2020
Didn't see any Trump 2020 flags in Sandy Hook, NJ, but could have been a fluke.
Now none here. Makes sense as RI is a very blue state. Expect there are
enthusiastic MAGAs around, but with insufficient mass of bodies for them to feel
safe flaunting their sentiments amidst legions of evil others. Haven't observed
any obvious nefariousness, everyone seems quite nice, but tribal derangements
are often well hidden. Have noticed, however, the new acronym is KAG for Keep
America Great. Apparently the last three and a half years have returned our
country to its former distinction. Good to know.
As our new favorite hurricane approaches Florida and begins trekking up the East
Coast we're taking the odd moment to consider a hiding place. Bristol Harbor is
open to expected south winds of possibly fifty knots and may thus be a bit
sporty. Forecast has been remarkably consistent over last two days, so we'll
probably go hunting tomorrow afternoon. At least two areas look safe if locals
don't grab all the good spots. Winds may pick up by Tuesday morning and
steadily increase until midnight. Wednesday morning could be virtually calm.
Due many days since last wash Jan is patronizing laundromat while crippled, not
to mention lazy, crew languishes with coffee and poached eggs down the street.
Seems strange that people who may be less healthy, but see precautionary crutch,
offer to help with doors, coffee trays and such. Well intentioned people are
often mistaken, sometimes with pernicious results.
Probably dink over to Bristol Marine to see if shipments arrived yesterday and
harass Dustin who is too nice to tell us to get lost so he can finish work on
his boat before splashing end of this week. Being extremely gregarious (Jan) or
insensitive (rest of crew) we'll probably provoke a delay. Expect to inveigle
him with subliminal guilt to choke down an adult beverage with us this evening.
Jack & Jan