Friday, October 26, 2012

Battoning Down The Hatches !!!

   Well, here we go AGAIN !!! Another tropical storm headed our way! 40mph winds expected by this evening so I wanted to get a blog done before I lose internet...which is a 100% guarentee.
It's been a busy few days here on Malaika.  Scott & I just keep plugging away at all our projects we want to complete before we leave for the Bahamas. We usually get going at around 9am & stay busy until about until around 4pm.
Scott finally finisihed drilling the hole for the tiller arm. One small steel strand at a time. Through 2 inches of steel & 1.5 inches of bronze. While upside down & squished in a hole. VICTORY!

On to the next project...
My 25 yr old stove...all polished, burners sanded down & repainted. Beautiful.  Malaika is getting in tip top shape for this next cruising season! Can't wait!!
  Today our projects have been haulted due to the arrival of Miss Sandy...our 3rd tropical storm of the year.  We spent the morning tying things down, closing all the hatches.
Waterproofing our foul weather gear...just in time for Sandy
Bring it on Sandy! We're waterproofed & ready!
  Now, we're just waiting. The wind has been steadily picking up since early morning, the skies are grey...we've had a few sprinkles. The anticipation of a big storm is exciting & anxiety provoking all in one.  Right now, the marina is buzzing with activity on the dock...everybody waiting. In a few short hours we'll all be down below in our boats until Sandy blows on by. Should take about 10-12 hours according to Windfinder...one of my favorite weather internet sites.
  See you when the storm is gone!
THANK YOU Grammy for our most AWESOME care package!!! I LOVE my new Halloween toys. We really LOVED everything you sent!!!  You make us feel so special...Thanks SOOO much!! XXOO

Love & Miss everyone!! XXXOOO
Michelle, Scott & Jib



1 comment:

Mid-Life Cruising! said...

We went through Isaac, so we understand the anxiety! However, our sailboat made it through just fine, as I'm sure yours will too. Best wishes and take care!