We had to change plans. That front that just killed so many people came through right on our heels. We got across Sarasota Bay a few hours before it hit there. We spent the night in Pine Island Sound and rethought our plans. It was out of the question to make for Key West. The seas were too high and the winds were cranking.
We decided to hole up in Fort Myers for a couple of days. Enjoy the local climate and move on when things died down. We thought about going across the lake but the water level is way too low. Our only option is to wait for calmer weather and take the yacht channel from Cape Sable across Florida Bay into Marathon and on up the ICW to Miami. It shouldn't delay our arrival any and there is an art festival in town this weekend as well as a few Super Bowl parties.
This will probably be my last entry until we get home. Pat and Victor have volunteered to give up their state room to Gerry and Rhonda so they can make the last leg of the trip. And it's their phone card we have been using to get on line.
It's been 6 weeks today since we started this trip. One more week to go. I just wish we could go on and on. Oh well. All good things must come to an end. Sooner or later.
Capt . Bob
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To the Crew of the Achievement Alpha - it has been a wonderful journey. Following along with all of the hardships, bad weather, breakdowns - I know I don't speak just for myself as prayers and good wishes went out to you to be safe and happy.
Glad you guys stayed in because of the terrible weather. It was very bad - Safety Harbor, Clearwater didn't get much but the wind as it all stayed to the north. Thank you again for sharing your once in a lifetime memories. Take care on the remaining miles. God Bless.
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