Memories

Some of you may not know that I have been doing this cruising thing for quite a long time. In fact, the first time I made this trip was 46 years ago, in 1972, aboard my father's schooner. And I was the captain, from Norfolk to Charleston. There has been enormous change in the intervening years, mainly due to the unbridled population growth of the US. Huge areas have been developed into marinas, condos, golf courses, restaurants, and luxury homes. Much of this development should not have occured and will likely be removed by hurricane action over the next few decades. Amazingly enough, there are still some stunningly beautiful areas along the east coast, a testament to forward thinking people to whom I am eternally grateful. 

Best to all, Charlie