We decided not to try for Key West by boat. There is a shuttle bus to Key West - we may take that tomorrow or the next day, to explore. And, unfortunately, it doesn’t look like we’ll get over to the Dry Tortugas, which was on my bucket list of things to see on this trip. The steady northerly winds (and by steady, I mean around 20 knots) just don’t make for good cruising that way. Hate to find a small weather window and then be stuck there - better to use that weather window to get to the Bahamas and be stuck there.
So we are still anchored in Marathon/Boot Key Harbor. We will explore this island, get our laundry done, get our provisioning done, and fill the fuel tanks. When our window opens up we’ll head up the Keys toward Key Largo and then try for the Bahamas.
We took Tommie in to the vet for her international health certificate. The folks here were kind enough to get us in immediately. She was in full beast mode - hissing, snarling, threatening to draw blood - and they still managed to give her a good exam and a vaccine so she is cleared to travel. We assured her this is her last vet visit until we get home.
Christmas aboard has been a quiet affair. We miss our kids and families, but our phones have been buzzing with lots of cheery messages and pictures. We hope this Christmas has been a great one for everyone, filled with laughter, joy, and music. Have a merry holiday, however you celebrate!
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