MORE CHORES

Having arrived alone at Salpare Bay Marina, Portland , OR.... John was tasked with the burden of unloading the truck. He had a gaggle of supplies packed and it all had to get from the parking lot to the boat. I won't know if it's actually onboard until I arrive tomorrow. You can imagine how excited I am about that!

This has been a very long 2.5 weeks apart. I wish I was there to help :-) .

I may not know what he hasn't done yet, "but what I do know is" (that is a Johnism) he has been sweating his everything... through record high temps for the PNW! He has humped through a long list of "things to do" , regardless of the absence of AC. He wasted no time getting the name on the transom.  I am delighted to see the pics... he took his time and the result was perfect! It was very cool how he came up with the idea, and the LV welcome sign came out GREAT!  He honored me by emailing these pictures.

Great job Crusty Chief !

Thank You.... Love, Trace

Next Post :  Picture our boat with NEW NAVY BLUE CANVAS...
John's sewing ability is amazing ...
I have no doubt that the new canvas is as perfect as the signage!

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All the Best, John & Tracey

NEW SIGNAGE

John getting it done!

After another wonderful day cruising the Columbia River and a fabulous dinner date, the reality of driving home came into focus. Saturday morning we loaded up the truck, cleared out the fridge and went through the check list our broker provided (Thank you again, Jeff) Dingy was cleaned, stowed, secured and covered. That was just the beginning. With all the canvas back in place, it was time for the inside. You know the drill; hatches, check / heads, check / electrical, check... etc.

We headed back to Las Vegas with all kinds of continuing boat projects to take care of, while at home. First we had to get there, appx 14 hrs behind the wheel. Ouch!

John's Man Cave in LV

Once home, John wasted no time with striping the port and starboard name plates.  Our fast signs still had not arrived.  He did a great job refinishing  the placards and we were ready to adhere the vinyl lettering, once it was delivered. We worked together well, preparing for our next trip to Portland and Pairadice.



I spent time shopping for rugs and other indoor essentials, while John focused on the outdoor. He ordered a Sailright  sewing machine and planned the canvas order from my notes. We began the garage staging phase, which lasted until the truck was full. I am continuing to work, so he headed up alone and I will join him for a couple weeks, ASAP. Again we will drive home together and be tasked with objectives for the next trip.