I C W

I C W stands for Inter  Coastal  Waterway and that's where we met Julie, Greg, Madelin and Jessica. It wasn't the best weather to get together but it was the only day we could arrange it. With rain clouds heavy overhead  we drove north to Vero Beach in Florida for our planned rendezvous.

Their boat is called Cee Jem and is tucked behind the two masted schooner in the middle of the picture. Both boats are sharing the same mooring ball in Vero Beach Marina.

Off to the beach, a short hike from the marina.

Waves, wind, and happy girls dancing along the sea shore. Jessica and Madelin are having a truly unique year exploring the eastern shore of North America and then the Bahamas Islands.

I love Julie's expression. Not sure what she was thinking but she looks like she just swallowed the prize.

Greg was a wealth of knowledge, explaining  to the girls what the creatures were they found along the sea shore.

Can you tell Aunt Mary loves children? She can't wait to be a grandma.

Another creature another learning experience, what a classroom these girls are in this year. Every child should be so fortunate to have such wonderful learning experiences. Greg and Julie are doing a fine job of "home schooling" the girls this year.

We're not lost ..................... just let me check my I-pod. OK, lets go west .........

Glad we didn't have to swim out to Cee Jem. Greg was the gracious taxi driver making sure we didn't fall overboard.

Yes, the photo is a little blurry, but I love Madelin's expression as she looks into her mom's eyes.

Back on shore and one last look across the harbour.

Thanks for supper and a great day. Safe travels.