We've been out of touch for a while, our communication plans need some rework! The last two weeks were spent dodging squalls and anchoring in sketchy anchorages with continuous 20 knots of wind, with gusts approach 30 knots! It doesn't make for a restful nights sleep, although the Manson Supreme anchor held without fail.

The gray skies and rain were constant reminders of winter in Seattle, although the 78 - 82 degree temperatures were a bit different:) The rain comes down in sheets at time, clearing away all the salt water on deck and equipment.

We anchored for a bit near Highborne Cay, behind Oystery Cay. It was a great birding area with big tidal currents going through the passes between the rocks kicking up food for the birds to eat. An osprey had built a big nest on one of the rocks, it was fun to watch them fish. We also went walking on the island which was covered in very porous rock, looking like something from another world.

We had thunder and lightning all around us, and with a steady 18-20 knots of wind. Again, a bit hard to sleep in those conditions with rocks at your doorstep if the anchor drags!

More in the next post!