Spent the day in Elizabeth City and did some routine maintenance on the engine. Also visited the Museum of the Albemarle which was a real treat. And finally, a few other boats arrived, precipitating one of the famous Rose Buddy gatherings for which the city is known. See, a few years back, a couple of local retired gents took it upon themselves to greet the visiting boaters with a party on the docks and Rose's for all the women. These two men have passed on, but their memory is alive and well, with protege carrying the torch forward. When 5 or more boats show up, a nice little party ensues and everyone gets to meet their fellow companions on this southbound trek. Afterward, I joined Dave and Paul, of a Stone Horse sloop, and an Alberg 35 yawl for a nice meal and conversation aboard Paul's yawl. These two guys are a wealth of knowledge on North Carolina waters and I hope I get to cross paths again.
I may head out down the Albemarle tomorrow if the weather is acceptable.
Till then, Charlie
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