Isle of Hope Savannah, Georgia to Beaufort, South Carolina

We pulled away from Isle of Hope with about a million no see’ums following us, after they had had a little taste of our northern hospitality.  Georgia is known for these little critters and they were out in full force at dawn.  Did we mention that we have been running with all the screens up since we arrived in Georgia do to all the bugs.  They have kept the critters at bay but we have had a bit of a hard time seeing where we are going.   We were also sent off with a friendly wave from Chris on Southern Belle.  It was really fun getting caught up on one another’s travels.  We are hoping to meet up with Kerm and Chris again along the way, depending on what they decide to do over the next few months.

Our travels were smooth except for one rude cruiser who thought that he didn’t need to slow down when passing, his name was Cloud Nine and I can only say I wish that would be the only place you could find him.

Coast Guard hilicopter

We pulled into Beaufort at about 1:30 and we were able to walk around town and enjoy some of the shops.   We went out for dinner with Craig and Ginny to a restaurant named Plum, it was enjoyed by all.  Due to all the bugs John put on Jeans and a long sleeved shirt, neither of which he has worn since leaving Tarpon Springs last January.  The bugs are ten times worse than any we have encountered up in the North Channel.  I am happy to be with John since they seem to like him far better than me!!

Downtown Beaufort

On Sunday we did a walking tour of the many historic homes as we tried to keep dry from all of the rain drops.  We enjoyed dinner on board tonight.

Pink for Kate

Our marina in Beaufort, can you find Passport?

Our plans are to head to Charleston tomorrow.  The weather looks a bit windy and of course I am already concerned about how we are going to get away from the dock in the morning.  Departure in set for 6:30 so I am hoping the wind and current will die down before then.

Bye for now,

Mary and John