Finally back on the boat, well sort of....

We are finally back on the boat, even if it's still on land. Indiantown marina has a work yard that we are currently occupying to check on some items and replace others.  Good thing, too, as the thru hull on the air conditioner wasn't set up right. Very little caulk and the water pump was sitting on the thru hull. One set of rough waves could have knocked it out and we would have been swimming! The depth sounder and knot meter are being replaced as well as the engine water pump. A new main is also on the list, but that will wait til we get back to Stuart. It never ceases to amaze me, just how much work it takes to get the boat back in shape to get it back in the water! Between the cleaning, waxing and restocking, it makes me think twice about pulling Soteria out next summer.

So far the weather has been sunny and warm, at least for us,  but Rina looks to be bringing some rain later this week. It's taken a week for us to start getting back into shape. Who knew climbing a ladder was so hard!
The people we have met since we've returned are as anxious to get back in the water as we are. The yard is the busiest we have seen and have been told it gets busier! Loggerhead Marina was beginning to show signs of activity when we visited last week to catch up with friends. Still a little empty, but that will change after Nov. 1 when boaters start heading back South.

Well, it's back to work and God willing we get in the water by Oct. 31 and head back to Stuart to start this years adventures. Till then fair winds to all.