Rock Sound
I was having breakfast in the pilothouse when Barry went out to check the anchor and bridle. All was good with our ground tackle and we were firmly planted in the same spot. At that moment, however, another issue was identified: our windshield was disgustingly covered in salt spray. I broke out the cleaning towels and bucket and gave all of our windows and a few other spots a good cleaning. The wind continued to build throughout the morning and created more chop in the anchorage. Some folks were adventurous and smashed through the waves, getting soaked on their way to the dock. We resigned to the fact that as soon as it becomes calm enough to dinghy ashore, we will raise anchor and say farewell to Rock Sound.
By noon our dinghy was on the upper deck ready for launch at our next port of call. I spent the afternoon on Fiberglass Beach, soaking up some rays, finishing my latest book, and checking out all the boats around us. It's always interesting to check out the names of neighboring boats. As the catamaran in front of us spun in the wind, a familiar name (Paradigm Shift) appeared. Naturally, my thoughts went to our dear friends aboard the 53-foot Selene Paradigm Shift. I was able to text with Glenda who was sitting through the same wind a few islands away, Aunt B in Clemmons who was sitting by the fire, and a few other folks up north. Rock Sound has a strong cell signal and internet, even with 50 boats in the harbor. Barry checked in on our back yard and saw the accumulation of more snow. We may be stuck with the wind blowing, but it is way better to be here in The Bahamas than where its snowing.
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