The whining is over. Yes, I’m done whining about stuff not working on Uproar. I’ve fixed almost all the problems. We have working instruments, freezer, anchor windlass, alternator, water maker, etc. Best of all, I was able to accomplish these repairs with parts and tools I have on Uproar. Didn’t have to buy anything new.

There is still plenty to do. The stove/oven seems not to have the propane pressure it used to have. No problem, I have a new pressure regulator on hand. I’ll install it soon. The sound insulation around the engine compartment is crumbling. I’ll buy new and install. Anchor windlass still seems weak. We may be looking for a replacement in Martinique in a few weeks. The freezer seems to be taking too much power to freeze. I’ll keep adjusting the refrigerant until it seems right.

Ah, now Uproar feels like our proper, floating home. Pearl has adjusted well too. She loves running on the beach, occasionally with other dogs. She sure is fast!

We first set anchor in Carriacou in 2016. The next morning we joined the 9:00 am noodling class. This is water aerobics with swim noodles. One of the exercises is to sit on your noodle, office-chair-scoot around, high five everyone in the class and exchange names. What a great way to get to know fellow cruisers. We attended a birthday party at the end of the week and knew all 40 attending the party.

Friday, we joined the noodle class. Andrea, head noodlestress said, “I remember you, you are the one with the big noodle!” So I’ve got that going for me. Long story, not what you think!

We had cocktails on Makarios with Deb and Benj last night. Deb and Benj are from Wyoming. They had just launched their boat and sailed from Grenada to Carriacou. It was great to re-connect with them. We saw our first green flash of the year.

Back on uproar, duck fat fried potatoes and duck confit. Add to that Bielle, cinquante-neuf, 59% strong rum from Marie Galant, Guadeloupe. The cool, evening breeze became a Carriacou caress. All is good again on Uproar.