Cape Cod, Mass

Saturday morning of the Labor Day weekend has arrived with raindrops announcing the new day. As the squalls come and go we find a window to bring in our power line as well as untie all our dock lines and depart from this very noisy marina that was hustling and bustling the night and day before. Also being tied up right next or even in the very busy channel where the boat traffic did not stop till way into the evening was not very much desirable at all.

Through the narrow channel and under the small draw bridge we go except today it is high tide and a bit less busy as well. As we turn the corner and cross the bay of Gloucester we are facing gray skies and not much of visibility at all. It looks as if we are entering a zone of fog giving us the uncertainty for the lack of vision and dependability upon the fancy guiding devices and GPS’ on board. Ah what a scenario for an anxiety but a friendly reminder by Martina’s text and well wishes as well as my morning inspirational readings of God Spoke to Me by Eileen Caddy and I Declare by Joel Osteen shifted that energy right into a peace filled demeanor of trust.

As we ride along this relatively calm ocean in limited visibility there appears this slight opening in the sky where the sunlight is attempting to shine through. It seems to be traveling along side with us and guiding our way. Thank you God for little favors and reminders of your constant presence and love!

As the day progressed so did the wind. It intensified and got as far as 21 knots SW and created quite a chop blowing the top of the waves right into our windshield. You know what that means; the entire boat will need a good wash down. Good, finally some exercise for the day! The closer to Cape Cod we got the more boats we encountered. Ah that blessed civilization thing again!

Just about one PM a tall structure emerged out of fog indicating the proximity of our destination for the day.  The usual green and red markers marking the entrance to the channel of Cape Cod guided our way. The Sandwich Marina is situated right next to the Coast Guard Station of Cape Cod and the huge power plant with its huge tower that recently emerged for us from within a hazy shore line. Again a very busy marina filled with commercial fleet and numerous pleasure boats. No wonder we had such a hard time finding a spot for our Contessa for the night.

Here we are to meet our dear friends Peter and Tena who reside nearby and would not miss the opportunity to spend a few hours with us. No cooking for me tonight for Peter was kind enough to make dinner reservations! Thank you Peter!

It was great touching base and spending a couple hours with Tena and Peter. Dinner at Daniel Webster’s Inn was delightful. The Inn has been in operation since 1649 and still has its old charm with modernized facilities. Hope it will not be too long that we see you both again wherever that might be. Good luck and God’s blessing be with you and yours!