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| 13th December 2009 Bill and Audrey | missing all the snow - From: Gasparilla Hey guys..you are missing all the snow and closed roads...we were in that marina briefly..some of my crew had relatives nearby..they came to visit...brings back good memories...give us a call when you get back.. we hope to leave for Florida mid Jan...357 1024...safe trip..Bill |
| 12th December 2009 Mary | - From: Gasparilla Ian & Marlene What a contrast to the scenery in Waterloo. We have lots of snow and Sauble has even more. This week was the week we got the "big dump". Enjoying your blog and wish I was there. Wishing you both a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year. Mary |
| 11th December 2009 John/Judi | Grrrrrrr!!!!! - From: Gasparilla Your blog arrived on the storm of the cenrury - 50cms. Thank you or reminding us that the sun shines somewhere. |
| 11th December 2009 Garry and Yola grant | Greetings from Waterloo - From: Gasparilla Hi Ian and Marlene We are living this winter vicariously through your experiences. Yola and I are thinking of taking our boat south next winter and so watching your blog. When you get back in the summer we would really like to get together with you and discuss some options that we may have in terms of preparing the boat and also getting it down to Florida. Have a great sailing season and a wonderful Christmas. |
| 11th December 2009 Penelope Jayne | We look forward to your blog - From: Gasparilla Susan and I were thinking that if you go home through Buffalo we are in St Catharines about 60 kms from Buffalo. Stop in for a night, free meal will await you and breakfast. You would have your own ensuite and would be glad to see you. Our address is 4 Dixie Road. Let me know and will give you directions. |
| 7th December 2009 Karen | Beautiful - From: ...it must be Christmas Merry Christmas to you both! It looks as though all your wishes have come true! Great health, happiness and lots of love! Karen |
| 5th December 2009 Bill and Audrey | been there - From: ...it must be Christmas Hey Ian and Marlene..we had lunch at that pier in St Petes..on the upper deck..had to fight the gulls for the food...sound like you are enjoying the west coast..love the pix....we hope to get away mid Jan...keep in touch and safe sailing....Bill. |
| 4th December 2009 Lin Mutiger | Christmas Invite - From: ...it must be Christmas Hi there, wonderful pictures! You should publish your blog - it would be good reading with all your experiences and the interesting people that you have met along the way. Would you like to join us for Christmas Dinner! Be lovely to see you. LIN |
| 3rd December 2009 Anne | Merry Christmas - From: ...it must be Christmas Dear Marlene and Ian, I find your travel blog just fascinating. I love the pics and anecdotes. So incredible about the tug boat knowing your family when you were at the lighthouse Marlene. Good luck finding mooring and happy trails north. xo's Anne |
| 3rd December 2009 Penelope Jayne | Were jealous - From: ...it must be Christmas Sounds like a great trip and that you are enjoying it. Marlene I didn't know that you were from the Sault. I have a best friend that was a school principal there until he retired, by the name of Laird Cowel. Would you know him? |
| 3rd December 2009 Marg&Ted | Merry Ho-Ho!! - From: ...it must be Christmas Glad that you did get to Ft DeSota...we looked for you but to no avail!Saw one ship capsized,but there was no Canadian flag on it.were you aware of the little boy kidnapped and taken away on a sailboat???Daring rescue at sea inSt Pete's harbour...and the kidnapper was the boy's dad who was a novice sailor!!We ahev redecorated our FLA room with a "bargoon" in cast-offs...Ted is painting the finishing touch as I write.Mom is failing ..we are heading back on Dec 11th,a little early,but I will not fly back to spend 3 days as was the initial idea.We are still talking daily but she wonders if we can come sooner...Enjoy the last few days and safe driving.M&T |
| 29th November 2009 Bill and Audrey | brings back memories - From: Florida west love the pictures...wish we were there..I know what you mean about the docks...we are spoiled in Wiarton...no snow yet but getting colder daily...you might look at Cedar Key north of where you are..I haven't been there but was told by Jeff Krampien that it is quaint..old Florida sort of...not sure of depths etc....we hope to leave for Florida mid Jan ...will be in Bradenton..will give you the address next time..should have my computer with me..we did stay at the Twin Dolphin Marina at Bradenton..liked it...up the river by the bridge..smooth sailing until next time...Bill |
| 27th November 2009 Donna Denny | Feel the warmth! - From: Florida west Great to get your latest photos and stories! I'm just waiting for snow so I can cruise as well...no sign yet, just rain. Spending a lot of time in TO. Keep flying with spirit!!!! |
| 26th November 2009 M&T | YEAH...We are in the news! - From: Florida west That was lovely!So glad that you did enjoy C Beach!Nice photos! |
| 26th November 2009 Garry Rasmussen | Makes the all effort worthwhile - From: Florida west Hi Ian & Marlene - what a great time you must be having. The rewards of your efforts and determination. Love the photos. Cheers from Wylie Street. |
| 25th November 2009 Judy Coghill | Colour me envious - From: Florida west Hi Marlene and Ian, It's been raining and gloomy here in toronto for 2 days, so I am very envious! Judy |
| 19th November 2009 Judi/John | Sea legs - From: Cruising again.... Instant sea legs come in handy at 7 knots under the jib. Looks like a great inroduction to the new season. |
| 19th November 2009 Lori & Jim Wells | - From: Cruising again.... Great to hear that you are on the water again. The weather down here (Hilton Head) has been much warmer this year and we are enjoying a lot of golf, sun and the beach. We have driven over the Sunshine Skyway bridge several times...I think it would be interesting going under it. Enjoy reading your blogs...keep them coming. Ciao |
| 19th November 2009 Penelope Jayne | jealous - From: Cruising again.... Look forward to following your blog |
| 11th November 2009 Shirley Haslam | Wonderful plan - From: ...wating on Ida... Looking forward to your photos and entries on this trip. Way to go! |
| 10th November 2009 Karen | Ahhhh! - From: ...wating on Ida... You're doing it right Marl!! Way to go! Hope to see you sometime in the future! Love Karen |
| 10th November 2009 Bill and Audrey | see you in 2010 - From: ...wating on Ida... good to hear from you..we are well..will be in Florida from mid Jan to mid April...in Bradenton..hope you have fair winds and ssmooth sailing...we have room if you are in the area...keep us informed...by the way I now have more money in the bank but of course no boat...enjoy while you can...Bill |
| 9th November 2009 penelope jayne | good for you guys - From: ...wating on Ida... Glad to hear from you and that you are back on the water. Best of luck and enjoy your blog |
| 27th July 2009 Judy Coghill | fabulous photos - From: puffins and whales Hi Marlene and Ian, I have never seen a live puffin on any of my trips to Newfoundland, so I am envious of your experience and appreciative of your photos. Super photos of the whales too. Love the personalized trip map. I must talk to you about how to do a blog like yours. Great idea! I will also have to get the name and contact info from your for Elaine's B&B! Very pleased you are enjoying so many of my favourite places in Nfld. Gail Aziz (to whom I had given an itinerary) called to further discuss her trip to Nfld in August. She managed to book the last room at Onion Cove for her stay. You must be heading home soon. Enjoy your last days on The Rock! Best, Judy |
| 27th July 2009 Garry | BlogShots - From: puffins and whales Another great coverage of your trip - some very professional shots eg Marlie & the Cape Race Light. Looks pretty cool, despite the 'summer' season. |
| 25th July 2009 imras | - From: icebergs and cod tongues Don't recommend you come by boat...remember the Titanic! |
| 22nd July 2009 Heidi | quaint - From: icebergs and cod tongues Thanks for the info about this area that I know little about, but want to visit some day. Wonder if we'll go by boat or by car??? |
| 21st July 2009 Karen | Wow! - From: icebergs and cod tongues What an inspiration you two are!!! Beautiful scenery! Thanks for sharing! |
| 21st July 2009 Judy | Bergs and more bergs - From: icebergs and cod tongues Hi Marlene and Ian, I think that Newfoundland rolled out the icebergs for you! I wouldn't have thought you would see so many this late in the season. What does this say about what's happening to the Arctic? Glad you are enjoying yourselves. Thought you would like Fogo. I hope you get over to Change Islands too. Enjoy! Judy |
| 21st July 2009 M&T | - From: icebergs and cod tongues So glad to see Fogo...that was an aborted adventure for B,R T&I!!!Glad that you are enjoying B&B's...a great way to meet and learn as you say.What prices are they in Newfie now?Continue the grand tour and nice for us to see your pics and blog!M&T |
| 20th July 2009 Yola and Garry | hello from Wiarton - From: Down East Great to hear of your continuing travels - this time boatless. Lucky you, for experiencing the concert in Halifax. We are leaving mid-week for our North Shore cruising and will meet our daughters, son-in-law and 2 grandsons up in the Killarney area where we have a cabin rented for a week close to Covered Portage. Hope to do some shore and water activities with them during that time. We do need better weather than we have been having. Cheers, Y & G |
| 14th July 2009 marg&ted | Memories - From: Down East Yes...!!!We loved the east coast and are so ready to return!Mention of Rocky Harbour evokes memories as that is where we met B&R and you know what followed...Continue to enjoy!We are busy here but things are finally falling into place...Cherers.M&T |
| 14th July 2009 Judy Coghill | great shots - From: Down East Hi you two, Your shots of Western Brook Pond are fabulous! I read the McCartney concert review in The Globe on Monday and knew you two were there experiencing it all first hand - and was so envious! Hope you enjoy the rest of your trip through northern peninsula! Best, Judy |
| 10th March 2009 Judy Judge | Wow! - From: Punta Gorda Great Pics Guys! And love the commentary. Who's the clever craftman? What an awesome adventure you two are having. You look so loved up and tanned. haha. Carry on carryin' on, maties! Enjoy the rest of your journey. May it be a safe and blessed one. Love from across the ocean. Judy |
| 21st February 2009 Mary Stephens | - From: Florida Everglades Ian and Marlene....I have thoroughly enjoyed your adventures and look forward to hearing your stories in a couple of months (if you return). Mary |
| 20th February 2009 Garry Rasmussen | Wild Life - From: Florida Everglades Hey . . . what great places & experiences! Your description of the wildlife round Little Shark River was amazing. Some contrasts with North Passage area!? Isn't it approaching 4 months since the adventure began? That's nearly a whole sailing season at 'home'! Cheers. Garry |
| 20th February 2009 Tim Wilson | I would love to photogragh that large horseshoe crab, I hope it makes it back OK - From: Florida Everglades The beach at Whitehorse Key is so white I thought it was snow for a brief moment (that's how conditioned we are up here)... silly me. |
| 5th February 2009 sue and gary | g'day mates - From: Boot Key, Marathon - ICW mile 1195 thanks for adding us to your blog, it looks wonderful and i'm sure it is. beautiful pictures. gary and i are off to australia for the month of may and expect to look up joy for a cup of tea. have a wonderful adventure and take care. sorry we missed you in hilton head. penelope jayne |
| 5th February 2009 kath&john | Wow! You're there! - From: Boot Key, Marathon - ICW mile 1195 Obviously you're not having the same cold spell that has plague us for a good part of Jan.!It's so neat to know that you are sailing around in such warm and beautiful waters!Trust that all is well with you--we're o.k. and enjoying scads of golf and good friends with whom we share lots of good times. Please keep in touch. John and Kath |
| 5th February 2009 kath&john | Wow! You're there! - From: Boot Key, Marathon - ICW mile 1195 Obviously you're not having the same cold spell that has plague us for a good part of Jan.!It's so neat to know that you are sailing around in such warm and beautiful waters!Trust that all is well with you--we're o.k. and enjoying scads of golf and good friends with whom we share lots of good times. Please keep in touch. John and Kath |
| 21st January 2009 Garry | Well done - From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida. ICW mile 1066 Congratulations - you're in the thick of it now! Googled Fort Lauderdale - maps - toured some of the canals - huge properties and large craft moored at back door - wow! |
| 14th January 2009 Lou | - From: Fort Pierce, Florida ICW mile 965 Hi guys, glad to hear you are in warmer weather. We are freezing right now. It's soooo cold our windshield wiper snapped off 'cuz we left it on when we turned on the car this AM. Off to Steamboat in a couple of weeks. 12 of our dock in Wiarton went to the boat show this weekend and hada good time. Enjoy the warm weather. Lou |
| 13th January 2009 DD | Feeling Warmer - From: Fort Pierce, Florida ICW mile 965 Pics give me that wonderful warm feeling....good thing as I am just about to head out for a sled ride. Trails are now open...fresh snow this morning. The wind in my face will be slightly cooler than yours! |
| 13th January 2009 Tim Wilson | I hope that wasn't your anchor ! - From: Fort Pierce, Florida ICW mile 965 I enjoy the views of open water and sunshine. They are predicting high temps. of -16C for the next couple of days around here ! BRRRRR Tim |
| 12th January 2009 Karen | Amazing! - From: St. Augustine, Florida. ICW mile 780 Your trip and adventures look fantastic! Good pictures of the family. I bet it was a special time! St. Augustine looks like a special place to visit. Enjoy your travels!!! Karen |
| 11th January 2009 Garry | Melbourne? - From: St. Augustine, Florida. ICW mile 780 Hi St Augustine looks like a great stop over - heard that you're now in Melbourne - it's in the south, again. Also noticed a 'Manly' in the marina ads - funny how quickly travel can make a place name sound less unique! Have fun. Cheers. Garry |
| 27th November 2008 Ross & Brenda | Scotchproofed? - From: Georgetown South Carolina - mile 402 ICW Great shot of skipper at the helm - is that the new tartan of the 'Rasmussen Clan'??? |
| 27th November 2008 Garry Rasmussen | Top Shots - From: Georgetown South Carolina - mile 402 ICW Got a blog update email only to find that I had missed the last two! Sure looks and sounds like a great, educational as well as social experience. Great photos. Loved the shot of the yachts rafted, and the morning mist on the Waccamaw! Looking forward to the next 'issue'. :) Garry |
| 17th November 2008 Yola and Garry Grant | safe from snow - From: Deltaville to Norfolk Love your photos - those huge ships are a bit intimidating! Hope you are enjoying some neat anchorages in the Chesapeake by now and out of reach of those monster ships. We are "enjoying" our first snowfall of the season so you are to be envied your warm location without snow. Take care, Yola and Garry |
| 13th November 2008 Lin | Hi there from the land lubbers!! - From: Deltaville to Norfolk Exciting to read about your trip, heh enjoy - you are living the life most people just dream of. Have a good time. We are heading off to Florida on Monday to retreat from the snow uggggg. LUV LIN & RICK |
| 3rd November 2008 m.morgan@wiartonmarina.ca | Happy sailing -The Adventure Begins! - From: The Adventure Begins! Cheers. Looks like everything is going as planned and you are right on schedule. Keep us posted. Happy sailing...Margot |
| 3rd November 2008 Lou | good sailing - From: Deltaville Virginia Hi guys,good to hear everything is going well. Enjoyed the photos of your new grandson. Keep us posted. Good for you for being adventurous. Maybe we will see you in Hilton Head. Lou |