Weathered in

October 30 - November 2   Morehead City, NC

We reluctantly left River Dunes behind, heading further south down the coast to Morehead City Yacht Basin.  Very different atmosphere --- the marina is located on a main highway in a rather industrial looking area.  Because of the short docks, we had to "stern in" (back in) -- not an easy task with increasing winds and a current to contend with!

It is also a major port, including Navy ships like this one, the USS New York.  This battleship was made with 7.5 tons of steel recovered from the Twin Towers after 9-1-1.  She was in port in preparation for maneuvers with the Marines stationed at nearby Camp Lejeune.  More on that later...........

"Into each life some rain must fall"   Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

A 2-night stay became 4 as rain moved in on Saturday along with relentless winds and COLD!   As usual, we made the best of it, working in walks into town where we found a coffee shop, fresh seafood, and a turtle print perfect for framing.

We also took advantage of the "courtesy?" car ($10 for 2 hours) to provision up at Walmart and get a little "Maxxonista" shopping in.




The town Chamber of Commerce clued us in on local bus service (the short bus) for a ride across the bridge to historic Beaufort.


Lots of history and a great little waterfront marina and shopping area made for an enjoyable afternoon.









The marina staff had organized a "boaters potluck" for Sunday afternoon.  So despite the weather, we met several other snowbirds making their way south.  We really can't complain too much..............



There are palm trees lining the walkway








And the dolphins are swimming along with us

So we'll turn on the heat and look for sunshine and calm winds tomorrow!