December 9, 2011

Anchorage last night was good.  It was cold in the cabin this morning, 50F.  Once the generator is on, we can turn on the heat.  It's up to 60F before you know it.

As we're approaching Pensacola Bay, we see the Blue Angels fly overhead in formation, of course.  They break formation to land.  Too far away to get a good picture, darn. 

Saw several dolphins along side the boat this morning.  They surface then are gone so not much chance for photos but we keep trying.

Jerry got the chart plotter and the auto pilot working together so don't have to be as diligent to turn the boat as we were before.  Still have to watch for other boats and stuff floating in the water.

Finally got a decent picture of a pelican.  Interesting creatures.

We anchored close to Navarre, FL.  The boat kept drifting and we didn't have much northerly wind protection so decided to try the Fort Walton Beach City Dock.  It's free, no power, but wind protection.  We called the City Manager's Office for permission.   She said she would let the police know to check on us.  Weren't sure if that was good or bad. 

The park next to the docks was decorated for the holidays and was very festive. 

I awoke around 3:30 am thinking I heard someone on the dock.  We both got up but there wasn't anyone there, thank goodness.