Because of tide times, we were able to sleep in this morning, have a leisurely breakfast, and hang out at the resort until after 1 this afternoon.
We motored down the ICW, passing Sanibel Island, and on to Estero Island, where we had a slip at the Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina. We had to be very careful as we left the marina on Captiva because the tides have been incredibly low for the past few days. We were going out between low and high tides so we kept a constant eye on the depth finder – as long as we had 3-4 feet of water showing we felt comfortable. Anything below that and you start sweating. Fortunately the lowest it got was about 3.5 feet and we made it to deeper water on the ICW. The hardest part of today’s trip was getting into our slip. The wind was blowing 15-20 mph and the tide was rising so you got a lot of water movement – not an easy situation. But three guys were on the dock to grab lines and help us in and we didn’t damage anything in the process!
Sounds like you’re having a wonderful time! We enjoy following your blog! We are heading south today with plans to visit my sister and family in KY and arrive at our home for the week in the Villages on Jan 6, then on to Orlando for a week before we get to Marco on the 18th.
Merry Christmas, Maggie! It seemsYou andRichard are becoming seasoned circuit travelers with many different
Experiences and weather patterns chalked up– not to mention new and old friends. So happy for you both.
I’m sitting in the sun enjoying our view of the Pacific. Had a greatChristmas with many fam members. I’m most grateful for Maureen’s Improved health. She entertained all of us so beautifully. This would never haven been possible 3 or so years ago. It would have been harder even last year. We have another month or so in the sunshine before returning to winter early
yFeb. Keep posting. Love seeing it through your eyes!’