What a day...but tonight we are settled at Dundalk, MD (near Baltimore) and waiting for Catrina to be lifted out tomorrow morning, Mark was up early and on the phone checking to see our options of where to go and what to do with Catrina.....we were advised that a lift out would be best and that Dundalk (Anchor Marine) would be a safe place up Bear Creek off the Chesapeake. Thanks to friends, John and Heather in Tennessee who recommended this.
We spent the day exercising (40 minutes) and having Jill and crew come to clean and wax Catrina (Mark had arranged this for when we arrived in Annapolis)! What a nice treat - they had cleaned the inside/outside of Catrina before we took off from Annapolis in 2009 and did such a super job. Both of us got "expensive" haircuts - whoaaa...most either of us ever paid??? Did 3 loads of laundry in the afternoon! I enjoyed walking around the downtown area and Maryland Avenue.....sad that there are several empty stores, but just love this charming town with narrow streets, brick sidewalks and steps, old buildings with long narrow windows, lots of flowers, and just oh-so-charming. We left Annapolis at 4:00 and arrived in Dundalk at 6:30. There is neat outdoor restaurant (Yacht Rock Cafe) here with live entertainment - fun place and good food. After we ate, came back to boat and took down the canvas - so much to prepare for. We may hang around this area, but Friday, we'll head inland somewhere? Guess we'll be going on vacation from our vacation???? This is just bizarre. We were worried about Philip and Annette in FL not really thinking about us on the east coast, but time will tell...praying that Irene fizzles and just goes out to sea??? No one seems to be taking this too lightly, though!!! They remember all too well, September, 2003 when Isabel came ashore and did lots of damage and unfortunately, several businesses in Annapolis never recovered. This was the worst hurricane of the season causing $4.3 billion in damages and 16 deaths in 7 states.
Thanks so much to all who've e-mailed or texted concerned about where we are and how we're doing???
I talked to Linda, Dad's nurse this afternoon - she was happy to tell me that he was having a really good day - had his 1st shower in a long time and so enjoyed that! AND, he went to the dining room for breakfast. He had lunch in his room but fed himself! I was really surprised and happy to hear all this!!!
Stay tuned for further developments...
Stay tuned for further developments...
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Hi Pat: Glad you are heeding all the warnings. The last report we got on TV was that it had shifted more westward and intensified some in strength. Of course, they are still saying they really don't know where she will head, but that the Outer Banks and North could be the path. You always worry about Florida for sure, but as history can say, they have had their share of bad storms from Hatteras and North. Soooooooooooo very glad to hear that your Dad was having a good day. Let's pray he has more good than bad days. By the way, yes we are going back to Europe for another River Cruise in September. As a matter of fact, we leave on 9/17 just one day before your trip to Boston. Talked to Brooke and she said she loved Boston and they had a wonderful trip. She said it was probably better than New York or Chicago. That is surprising, but she said she thought it was because while it was a big city it did not seem as hectic and large as the others. I have only been to Boston one time, but we leave on 9/1 for our Anniversary Trip and will see for ourselves. Bob has been many times and always enjoyed it there even though he was there for business and really did not see much of the city. Have a good time visiting around Annapolis and Baltimore even if you had not planned this vacation from your vacation. You just have to go with the flow because you cannot change MOTHER NATURE!!!!!!! Love, JudyB
Good Morning Mark and Pat!Haven't had a chance to keep up with the news, but Jim told me about "lovely Irene"-NOT.... so glad you guys aren't taking Mother Nature lightly. Just a little change of plans, besides you guys are retired and don't have to rush. Enjoy everyday with gusto and cherish every moment with each other. Jim and I will be leaving tomorrow morning for So. Dakota and spending the night with Theresa and Mike in Rapid City before heading to the Black Hills cabin. Looking forward to our week together-lots of visiting,playing all kinds of games, sightseeing, and of course, lots of eating. Take care and stay safe.
Love,
Jim and Lydia
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