Weather Window...Where Are You?

Sunset @ Lake Worth Anchorage

Scott & I were a bit worn out after the past 2 & 1/2 days. We hung out on the boat today & just sort of took it easy. Well, after tackling a couple difficult chores. Chore #1 was to fix our all of a sudden not flushing toilet! Ugh!!! This had potential to be an EXTREMELY unpleasant project but luckily, it turned out to be a minor fix & Scott had it figured out quickly after reviewing Nigel Calder's trouble shooting text. Nigel is famous sailing guru who knows all. His books are essential tools when you live on a boat. Thank You Nigel!
We also tackled our "Yachtboy SSB " radio. That effort was not as successful as the toilet mission. I don't even know how to explain SSB radio to you except that having it opens global communication opportunities for us. Most importantly, the best weather forecasts possible. If any sailors reading this blog can help me figure out our Grundig G4000A...I will be forever in your debt.
Weather conditions must be ideal for us to cross the Gulf Stream to the Bahamas. We can't cross if there are any north winds in the forecast. Any wind from the North makes crossing dangerous. This is the season for "Nor-Easter's" so we just have to wait. There are about a hundred boats around us right now also waiting for the next "window".
Tick. Tock.
I think it'll be about a week. I'm new at this however, & my interpretation of the forecasts I've seen could be wrong. We hope to consult with the many sailors around us. If you read this blog & have a Chris Parker hook-up, please share what you know! :) Chris Parker is famous in boater world for most accurate weather forecasts re:passages.
Love & Miss you all !!!
XXXOOO
Michelle, Scott, & Jib



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