Day 1

Yesterday around 3 PM we hoisted the large Ensign from our backstay and NBYC burgee after saying goodbye to the Davenports and Karen who both came down the dock for a visit bearing gifts. Great pals old and new! As we pulled off the dock and passed nun 12 we bade goodbye to the club on the radio and were sent off by the launch drivers David and Tapley. We both commented on the sad and excited feelings we were having as we raised sail and headed South. All of our chips are in the pot at this point!
We closed out our mailbox, made a last run to the bank, collected the cushions, picked up the life raft and dropped off the truck. Our whole life is packed up in Zusammen for the next year. Feels great and a little scary.
A light wind sail down to Cuttyhunk and an exciting surf session catching the last of Hurricane Katia capped off the day. Ted and Bill Shea made the ride down to ride a few waves and came along side with a send off gift and a recommendation that it was "just for medicinal purposes". Hope to see those guys South at some point.
Beautiful sunrise and FAC conditions. I am going to go for a paddle before the crew gets up. Bob and Molly should be in the harbor here in the next few hours.