Traveling on Land – mostly

Traveling on Land – mostly

Leaving our floating home in Port Washington, we flew to the West Coast for several stops with family and friends: 

High School Buddy and College Roommate Shauna - made time to visit on a busy weekend. Such fun to see friends with HISTORY:

Aunt Louise at Freedom Village:

Sister Mary and Hubby Bill – honeymoon home in Hillsboro.

Sister Kathy’s Eclipse Party – truly an awesome experience to feel the chill and other worldly darkness descend.  A party extravaganza - complete with wood fired pizza and a crowd of 90:

After party mahjong action

Lynette and Lavonne – a wonderful day with lunch on Vashon Island capped by a delicious dinner.

Suzy and Bill – gorgeous home in Bend OR – spectacular views even with the smoke from fires.

Had a slight delay on our arrival 

Traveling to Eastern OR to see Mother Nancy settled in Cove.

some of the 15 cats/kittens at Grandma Nancy's House

Paul’s Graduation Celebration – so proud of the big guy! Let him know if you need a root canal. Even his professors recommend him to their friends.

Recognizing support of spouses

Steve and Sisters Nancy and Kathy

Paul and Amanda our wonderful kids – toured us around Seattle between packing/moving chores.

Farewell Party hosted by Justin and Jenny -
living up to Florida Image

Ferry ride for ICE CREAM

                                              

famous or infamous GUM wall

Pike's Place Market

Lots of good food -  besides Ice Cream

Sentimental visit to Dick's

And REI

Even took Steve on a hike

 We have to mention the serious recycling in Seattle - pictures seem to help - we think: 

On returning to New York we took a tennis break to visit the US Open Tennis Championships.  Our lucky tickets gave us a chance to see Roger Federer in the impressive Arthur Ashe Stadium.  We also had time to wander the grounds and catch a glimpse of the action on more intimate courts … not to mention sample some of the food and beverages on offer. Although watching live spared us from the TV commentators, the constant chatter – mostly not about tennis – of those seated around us was a constant distraction. Looking forward to a Wimbledon trip where tennis is a scared (and quiet) experience. 

Shelter Island Stopover

Shelter Island Stopover

The between the forks – Shelter Island – was our next stop. This destination has been on our list for years, but we just never got the time and weather to make a stop.  The city fathers provide a designated anchoring area in Coecles Harbor a short dinghy ride from the marina or one of many beautiful beaches.

We put our bikes on the shore and rode into Dering Harbor and toured around the historic district of Shelter Heights… a scenic and hilly 11 mile ride. On a more sedentary note, we visited the lovely Ram’s Head Inn on Ram Island for a special meal on the terrace with live music.

Sadly, our stay also included a visit to the North Fork Vet office on Shelter to give our Princess Annie kitty her final good bye.  With her kidneys failing we did not want to prolong her suffering.  The folks at Coecles Marina kindly rented us a golf cart for her last ride and we were grateful for their help and sensitivity. After more than 35 years we are now without a pet – coming back to the boat we still expect to find a welcome meow.  Adjustments continue.