Update II

So, we loaded up the Yukon, pretty much too the brim, and headed back to NC. Plan was to deload the Yukon, load Scooter to the brim, put the bridge canvas on, jump on and head South. Well, that plan failed from the gitgo. Took almost 9 hours to get to Dowry Creek; traffic, accidents, etc. Add a day.

The unloading and fitting in took another day. OK, we'll put the bridge canvas on and get the plan moving. In steps Mother Nature with 15 knot winds. That was actually OK as well, 'cause the little red/green light dance that we thought was solved popped up again. Can't be full! Was!!. Took it all apart again, pumped dry, counted out 30 gallons going in, pumped out same. Recalibrated sending unit. So far, so good. At least we know more than we did before(and?...). 'Nother day gone; wind slowed to a manageable speed, so let's put the canvas on; haul it up to the bridge; first 2 pieces attached, but don't fit. So much for putting that puzzle together, Chuckie, they all have too mesh or nothing will work out. Find a place to store the canvas; we can run the boat from the lower station. So, can we go now? Nah; time for wind, rain, possible thunder storms. Might as well stay at the dock with real electric for heaters.

Here we sit, still; wind is howling, forecast just changed to reflect tomorrow's 20-25kt breezes. So much for optimism. Hopefully, Tuesday's forecast will hold true, and we can get underway.

You may have noted an occasional mention of a third crew member; I am pleased to introduce our ships anti-rodent control officer, as well as all-round situation monitor and staff trainer; Momma. You do know the saying" dogs have owners, cats have staff" Couldn't be truer in this case.

Sorry there isn't more exciting news to put forth, we're working on it. Stay warm and safe, we'll caych you later.