It's Official - Now The Wait

Following the trip to Seattle we spent three rainy days in Vancouver for a final look and stayed aboard the North Pacific 42. The pilothouse trawler turned out to be everything we have been looking for and we decided to go ahead with the purchase.
The boat will not be available until August 06 and must be transported from Vancouver to the East Coast of Florida. This gives us time to enjoy one final sail to the Bahamas aboard Gypsy Common.
To get an up-close look at the new boat be sure and visit http://www.northpacificyachts.com . There you can see why we are so excited and share in the excitement with us. We haven't decided upon a name yet, so if you have any suggestions be sure to pass them along.
We have been delayed a few days leaving Atlanta but should arrive Brunswick, GA on Saturday for our departure. 

Brunswick Landing Marina

You never know who may come along when you are hanging out around a marina. Jeff and Brenda (forefront) stopped by Brunswick Landing recently while I was completing projects. They had alot in common with Lisa and Rod whom may be joining us on our trip south. Jeff has been helping me to Blog more effectively. Hopefully my skills will improve. 

The Cruising Wilson's

Time is passing, provisioning is almost complete and soon we will be heading South. First stop, Ft. Lauderdale where we will have some minor repairs completed. We hope to join some friends before crossing over to West End, Grand Bahama Island, and then join our friends from the Royal Marsh Harbor Yacht Club in the Abacos. Along the way we anticipate seeing several other friends from previous years, which makes it so much more enjoyable.

Seattle's Marketplace

Recently returned from Seattle's Boats Afloat Show to take a first hand look at the North Pacific Yacht 42ft. pilothouse trawler. After four days aboard and most impressed it seemed a good idea to pick up some flowers for the return trip to Atlanta.
The Market has always been a special place for us with its abundance of fresh fish, beautiful flowers, fresh coffee and bakeries and all the personality one could hope for. We'll keep you posted on our search for the next boat as we continue preparations for our Winter trek to the Bahamas.