Black Cay - To some the light is particularly flattering

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We took advantage of the calmer conditions and moved north today. The forecast advertised light and variable winds. We were hoping to get the screecher out (the bigger light-wind sail), but no such luck. Whatever little wind we had was stubbornly on our nose the entire way - again… we are starting to take it personally. In any case, it meant no sailing, unless willing to zig-zag at a snail’s pace. But it was a nice trip nonetheless - good to be moving again and good to be out on open water. 

 

We dropped anchor in Black Cay where we stopped a few weeks ago with the kids. It’s a beautiful spot. There is nobody around except one other sailboat at a distance. The water is crystal clear and it’s completely quiet now that there is no wind.  I dove on the anchor to make sure it’s well set (cool cruisers do that) and we took Lucy to the beach for a romp and a swim. Chris worked some more on one of his many boat projects - in this case refurbishing the fenders (the bumpers that protect the sides of the boat when docked) with new covers and new lines - the current score is five down, one a casualty (yes, you can actually kill a fender) and one to go. 

 

We ended the day with a spectacular sunset and drinks to match. Chris shared his musings with the video camera - and yes, the light was very beautiful.











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