tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.comments2024-01-29T02:09:05.808-05:00SV Footprint (Begonia)SV-Footprinthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05580604213296592771noreply@blogger.comBlogger1222125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-4197054252397694072024-01-29T02:09:05.808-05:002024-01-29T02:09:05.808-05:00Ha - packing for a 5month+ trip away from the boat...Ha - packing for a 5month+ trip away from the boat, covering diverse climates such as Texas/Florida/Iceland and a UK Winter - and packing as small as possible to allow for flights, trains, etc - has been 'challenging' - but yes, we did find space for crampons (which have since been donated). :-)SV-Footprinthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05580604213296592771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-105418246925485572024-01-28T19:39:01.982-05:002024-01-28T19:39:01.982-05:00I like how you just happened to have packed crampo...I like how you just happened to have packed crampons in your luggage. Did you carry them all around the US on your car trip?<br />I can’t wait to see Iceland this summer. We’ll only see along the coast from our cruise ship but I’ll have your photos of the interior to let me see what that’s like. Mary Frithnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-88413884719227026022024-01-08T20:43:20.961-05:002024-01-08T20:43:20.961-05:00Our son played the tuba in high school. I think th...Our son played the tuba in high school. I think the steamboat has that beat. But I’m not sure how you’d take it home for practice. 🥹Mary Frithnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-788325290966167432023-08-12T05:30:49.566-04:002023-08-12T05:30:49.566-04:00So our paths crossed again at Tobermory in Scotlan...So our paths crossed again at Tobermory in Scotland!!! Great blog. Love keeping up with your adventure since ours is now over. Although we've not ruled out a stink boat somewhere in our future!!Taipanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06791762316839168639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-53589196584963596612023-05-23T10:00:11.565-04:002023-05-23T10:00:11.565-04:00Tim - Oh how wonderful to see that Prydwen (Now We...Tim - Oh how wonderful to see that Prydwen (Now Wendolene) is so lovingly appreciated and part of the family. We plan to spend some time in the Cheasapeake next year - so let's keep in touch - I have your email from the past so I'll send you this via email too.SV-Footprinthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05580604213296592771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-5985397276145405292023-05-22T08:38:42.074-04:002023-05-22T08:38:42.074-04:00Kyle and Maryanne,
It was nice to see Wendolene...Kyle and Maryanne,<br /> It was nice to see Wendolene (formerly Prydwen) mentioned again in your posts. Over the past year I have replaced all the rigging and rebuilt the engine to keep her going. I have had more time on her since I retired last year, but it has been a lot of work. I have been watching your posts since you came back to the US and I was hoping to see if you made a stop in the Chesapeake. If you come by this way when you come out of the Great Lakes, I hope we could get together. Enjoy your return trip to the Great Lakes.<br /><br />TimAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10648611146829425854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-66237701146281801342023-05-18T08:37:49.912-04:002023-05-18T08:37:49.912-04:00That's so cool Carol - I can see retirement wa...That's so cool Carol - I can see retirement was a great move!! :-)Maryanne Whttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07220996974612494559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-10467282658187781362023-05-18T01:30:19.183-04:002023-05-18T01:30:19.183-04:00Carol and Kurt say Hi! Hope you are enjoying this ...Carol and Kurt say Hi! Hope you are enjoying this still cold weather! Kurt is on Pride of Baltimore and I am Asst Engineer on Corwith Cramer anchored off Provincetown, with a bunch of marine biologists. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-33446223079345456342023-05-17T12:57:55.883-04:002023-05-17T12:57:55.883-04:00You were wonderful house guests and we truly enjoy...You were wonderful house guests and we truly enjoyed your company. Come back anytime. xoxo Gary, Greta and RosieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06951845819795552742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-54931569106137814562023-05-12T08:38:18.779-04:002023-05-12T08:38:18.779-04:00There WAS marina space on the main Island (in Mamo...There WAS marina space on the main Island (in Mamoudzou) - but we didn't check it out and have no details, I'm not even sure if they accept visiting boats. However it seems all the visitors just anchor where we did and dinghy ashore (and catch the ferry if they need it).<br /><br />I did find this link about that Marina (indicating a MAJOR upgrade planned) - may be of help for anyone curious.. (but you need to pay to read beyond the headline). https://www.ibinews.com/marinas/mayotte-marinas-to-undergo-major-upgrade/44706.articleMaryanne Whttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07220996974612494559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-10791049547389584622023-05-07T03:18:19.129-04:002023-05-07T03:18:19.129-04:00Thank you for the lovely article and details on wh...Thank you for the lovely article and details on what to expect here. Wondering if there is actually a marina here that has a dock or is it strictly anchoring/mooring? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-50850362210942304632023-03-30T09:16:29.235-04:002023-03-30T09:16:29.235-04:00“…that makes them much cuter..” 😁. Fun read! “…that makes them much cuter..” 😁. Fun read! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-54220713640834514582023-03-29T21:10:37.449-04:002023-03-29T21:10:37.449-04:00Love seeing the photos of the iguanas, please stay...Love seeing the photos of the iguanas, please stay safe -Richard BrodskyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-88683368137084105942023-03-17T19:48:53.289-04:002023-03-17T19:48:53.289-04:00Just one word!!! LEGENDS!!!!Just one word!!! LEGENDS!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-29526764827479857012023-01-02T14:19:46.345-05:002023-01-02T14:19:46.345-05:00Fabulous update, 1st lve managed to read for awhil...Fabulous update, 1st lve managed to read for awhile. I think, Mary Anne l remember you showing me photos of table mountain from back in your single girl days.<br />How amazing to biew it from the ocean.Back to work for us tomorrow after a good 2wk break.Happy healthy new year to you both.xx Drb BrownAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-40200208048809681012023-01-01T11:02:34.037-05:002023-01-01T11:02:34.037-05:00Wow. I’ve still butterflies in my stomach after re...Wow. I’ve still butterflies in my stomach after reading (and watching) this. Stoked you could do what you could and held fast. Thanks for going into detail and the advice at the end. Class acts, you are. Hope Africa and beyond are kinder to you than our Tweed Heads were. GodspeedAnthonyhttps://www.inmarketing.com.aunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-12636814179411682702022-12-20T18:56:20.977-05:002022-12-20T18:56:20.977-05:00I'm so glad that you've made it safely to ...I'm so glad that you've made it safely to Hout Bay. We thought it was a beautiful spot the day we visited a few years ago.<br />MaryAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10148823586282360920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-59748471737515129012022-12-11T08:41:22.407-05:002022-12-11T08:41:22.407-05:00I'm so glad you've had the opportunity to ...I'm so glad you've had the opportunity to explore one of the most beautiful areas in South Africa and experienced the feeling being close to African nature.<br />Natasha sounds like a gem - glad you've met her to get you all sorted.<br />Best wishes for safe travels<br />Your friend<br />Merinda<br />South AfricaWinds of Changehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16602379792016916753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-28281214068745130172022-12-10T13:36:48.961-05:002022-12-10T13:36:48.961-05:00Love the photos! I am glad you are enjoying South ...Love the photos! I am glad you are enjoying South Africa.Marleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12262905743567862361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-2393628688509201192022-12-10T08:08:30.739-05:002022-12-10T08:08:30.739-05:00What an amazing set of experiences. Thanks for wri...What an amazing set of experiences. Thanks for writing such a looong blog and posting sooo many photos.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-4098670116353426152022-12-07T15:56:11.750-05:002022-12-07T15:56:11.750-05:00This trip was never going to be easy one. Making i...This trip was never going to be easy one. Making it safely with a few stories to tell is just perfect. Thanks for sharing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-82137707170949227082022-12-07T10:47:02.722-05:002022-12-07T10:47:02.722-05:00Very interesting and nail biting. I was keeping my...Very interesting and nail biting. I was keeping my breath until the last full stop. So relieved that you stepped safely on African soil. Keep posting! Take care & Safe travels. Love Merinda xxxWinds of Changehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16602379792016916753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-35944835020663820662022-12-05T17:44:18.824-05:002022-12-05T17:44:18.824-05:00Very interesting write. Thank you for sharing you...Very interesting write. Thank you for sharing your experience - it almost feels as if I am there with you.<br /><br />Love you lots<br />Merinda xxxWinds of Changehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16602379792016916753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-46637149388739069872022-12-04T04:28:25.923-05:002022-12-04T04:28:25.923-05:00Well done M. Kyle’s brother agrees that It really...Well done M. Kyle’s brother agrees that It really is ‘a lot of words’. Haha!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36756953.post-32569786275294931532022-12-03T23:07:55.594-05:002022-12-03T23:07:55.594-05:00Hi Guys,
Just to say: a lot of words, but I read e...Hi Guys,<br />Just to say: a lot of words, but I read every one! I like the content - at least it got my attention to focus. Take care. Love xxxWinds of Changehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16602379792016916753noreply@blogger.com