Once the exhaust elbow had been changed and tested we decided to head back to Black Point for a mandatory laundry day. We have been making a concerted effort to slow down and smell the roses so to speak, and usually only change locations when the winds are favourable. This year the easterly trade winds have made for easy sailing up and down the island chain. There were strong winds forecasted to hit in a couple of days and we wanted to be sure to get a good spot in the Black Point anchorage before the crowd arrived. Although the sailing was enjoyable we elected to motor for 45 minutes or so to ensure that there weren't any leaks in the exhaust system. Luckily we secured a spot close to shore with good protection from the 25 knot winds due to arrive in a couple of days. The only issue with these spots is the Black Point rooster, he has always had trouble with his internal clock and will crow unexpectedly at anytime of the day or night. Small price to pay for a safe anchorage!

Our good friends on White Bird were due to arrive in a couple of days so we busied ourselves getting all our chores done ahead of time. The plan was to spend the week together in the area prior to them starting their trek north. Despite a couple of days of strong winds we enjoyed a great week of hiking, kayaking, on some days, swimming, (always between 10& 3, shark free) Bocce Ball and of course a few happy hours. Unfortunately, the current political turmoil dominates too much of everyone's time so we strive to take time to enjoy what nature gives us. While out for a walk the other day we were entertained by a medium size Hermit crab trying to fit himself into a shell that was way too small, kinda like me trying to do up a small pair of jeans. Although it may seem trivial it was a great distraction from the chaos of today's world. The crews of White Bird, First Love and us took time out to celebrate Valentines Day with a great dinner at the Black Point Yacht Club and before we realized it our week was coming to an end. As we started to scan the weather forecast we discovered that they would be recovering the booster from a Space X rocket launch on Feb. 18th just east of Black Point in Exuma Sound.

We have moved over to Little Bay on the south side of Black Point and will set up a viewing station on the top the ridge overlooking the ocean. Not sure how far off shore the recovery will be but we should have a good view as it goes overhead; hopefully, they put enough gas in it to get that far. In the meantime we will,be busy checking weather forecasts as we search for a new destination further south. Also, the level in the freezer is starting to go down so it's time to get fishing offshore again.

Today's picture is from the beach at Black Point.