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Dolphins, Eagles & Sailing, Sailing, Sailing!

2/21/2013

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Anchors up this morning at sunrise, an unusual hour for me.  But just as we left the anchorage, this dolphin decided to play with us for the entire channel out!  He actually turned on his side several times to look at me with one eye, but unfortunately he was just beneath the water and the photo didn't turn out.   Se la vie!
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But just before we turned to sail under the San Carlos Bridge, this American Bald Eagle gave us his blessing for the day. 

And what a GREAT sail!  Only 34 miles to Naples, but since the wind switched prematurely to south, we tacked ... and tacked ... and tacked... but with wind between 12 - 15 and 1 foot waves and lots of tourist boats out parasailing & sightseeing, who cares.  We sat back and enjoyed the sail.    I love sailing days like this!

Now we picked up a mooring ball at Naples City Dock.  We're the only boat in the south mooring field -- located between the Naples Sail & Yacht Club and a bay full of amazing gazillion dollar homes.  Sure they think we're hicks, sitting here on our boat sipping wine and enjoying the same sunset as they're looking at ...  Hmmm...  But at least I don't have on a fancy dress and David doesn't have on a tie & jacket!  :)  The view is the same.  Their food might be slightly better, but not THAT much better!   ;) 
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