Monthly Archives: November 2008

And then it got busy …

Posted on November 16, 2008 by steve

I can’t believe it was only two days ago that our shipment finally arrived. Helen had an 11am dental appointment to reseat a loose crown. As luck would have it, the shipment arrived 5 mins after I returned from dropping … Continue reading →

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New Friends, Bridges, Shipments and more (long post) ….

Posted on November 14, 2008 by steve

Last Wednesday we met a lady who makes dodgers (a wind/rain shield for a boat). Dignity really needs one as every time we have a rain shower, the cockpit area gets quite wet. Even a small shower leaves the seats … Continue reading →

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Light

Posted on November 12, 2008 by steve

We have been told that our shipment has been released but have yet to be told when it will be delivered. Perhaps tomorrow. This morning I listened into the cruisers net for the first time and announced ourselves as newcomers. … Continue reading →

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No hair left soon

Posted on November 11, 2008 by steve

We still don’t have our shipment. The receivers on the island now insist on an original bill of lading which we don’t have. We have been sent a pdf which we have forwarded and printed/handed over but this does not … Continue reading →

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Sunday Slow down

Posted on November 10, 2008 by steve

The last 24 hours saw us slow down considerably – something we’ve needed to do for some time. Helen had re caulked the surround to the sinks so we wished to avoid using the kitchen area. We went ashore and … Continue reading →

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