Neil and Peggy from "Early Out" and Sara (our waitress) 
Ceci and Hank from "Maya Lisa".
We were joyful to learn from Barbara Bryant that her husband, Bob, did indeed have kidney transplant surgery last night, and that he was doing well. God answered our prayers and we continue to ask for Bob's speedy, smooth recovery in his chance at an extended new life without dialysis.
Today's chores included laundry, food shopping, and a stop at the hardware store. Luckily, this marina had golf carts or courtesy vans for rent (which we did), so boaters could make their way into town (about a mile away, but very hilly) or to Paducah (20 miles away), etc.
Grand Rivers is a small tourist village with antique shops, clothing stores, a playhouse, several restaurants, and a grocery store. Since the village is located in a dry county, there are no liquor stores or bars in the area.
We had some rain showers in the afternoon, but the skies finally cleared so that the crews of all 14 boats of "Loopers" could gather together at a gazebo on the marina grounds for an impromptu party of cocktails and appetizers. The table was over-flowing with wonderful treats brought by each boat, proving that our band of travelers eats very well underway! These were the boats who were present: "Reflection" - New Jersey, "Falkor" - Ontario, "Maya Lisa" - Virginia, "Still Busy" - South Carolina, "Early Out" - Florida, "Riff Raff" - Georgia, "Rick 'n Roll" - North Carolina, "Perfect Remedy" - Florida, "Morningside" - Maryland, "Meander" - Florida, "Sterling Lady - Florida, "Carolyn Ann" - Florida, "Pookie II" - Tennessee, and "Boodi and the Beast" - Kentucky - who completed their "Loop" here today.
We all had a great time eating, drinking, telling stories, singing (one gal plays a mean harmonica), and taking pictures. It was a fabulous get- together! Afterwards, we went out to dinner with Hank and Ceci from "Maya Lisa", and Neil and Peggy from "Early Out". "Maya Lisa" will be heading out tomorrow at a fast pace to bring the boat to its winter haul-out location in Fulton, Mississippi in three days. They will then drive home and continue their trip next Spring. After a fun evening at "Patti's", we said our "good-byes" to our friends with hopes to perhaps see them in Florida when they are visiting in Fort Myers this winter.
Today's chores included laundry, food shopping, and a stop at the hardware store. Luckily, this marina had golf carts or courtesy vans for rent (which we did), so boaters could make their way into town (about a mile away, but very hilly) or to Paducah (20 miles away), etc.
Grand Rivers is a small tourist village with antique shops, clothing stores, a playhouse, several restaurants, and a grocery store. Since the village is located in a dry county, there are no liquor stores or bars in the area.
We had some rain showers in the afternoon, but the skies finally cleared so that the crews of all 14 boats of "Loopers" could gather together at a gazebo on the marina grounds for an impromptu party of cocktails and appetizers. The table was over-flowing with wonderful treats brought by each boat, proving that our band of travelers eats very well underway! These were the boats who were present: "Reflection" - New Jersey, "Falkor" - Ontario, "Maya Lisa" - Virginia, "Still Busy" - South Carolina, "Early Out" - Florida, "Riff Raff" - Georgia, "Rick 'n Roll" - North Carolina, "Perfect Remedy" - Florida, "Morningside" - Maryland, "Meander" - Florida, "Sterling Lady - Florida, "Carolyn Ann" - Florida, "Pookie II" - Tennessee, and "Boodi and the Beast" - Kentucky - who completed their "Loop" here today.
We all had a great time eating, drinking, telling stories, singing (one gal plays a mean harmonica), and taking pictures. It was a fabulous get- together! Afterwards, we went out to dinner with Hank and Ceci from "Maya Lisa", and Neil and Peggy from "Early Out". "Maya Lisa" will be heading out tomorrow at a fast pace to bring the boat to its winter haul-out location in Fulton, Mississippi in three days. They will then drive home and continue their trip next Spring. After a fun evening at "Patti's", we said our "good-byes" to our friends with hopes to perhaps see them in Florida when they are visiting in Fort Myers this winter.
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