The Log of S/V SERENITY NOW: March 2020

Sunday, March 29, 2020

Saturday March 28, 2020. The pandemic has taken 32,000 across the globe, 2,229 in the US and 121 Californians. As a result, precautions have been taken to limit the close interaction of people. Parks and beaches have been closed. Folks are advised to stay at home. This is what our marina looked like Saturday afternoon.

Tuesday, March 24, 2020

FINAL BLOG ENTRY

Crazy, unprecedented time we're living in. The Wuhan virus has taken over the news media and has created panic and fear throughout the world. As I write this, over 17,000 people have died worldwide, close to 600 of those in the USA. This invisible threat has changed our lives, i.e., we're now in a self-imposed quarantine, practicing social distancing, working remotely from home and washing our hands and practicing personal hygiene like never before. Businesses are closed, thousands are unemployed, the stock market is tanking and if you're like me, probably asking yourself a few questions. The answers to those questions will be answered in due time, for now: hunker down, bomb-proof your surroundings, keep your distance, and be a good neighbor. We will get through this and be smarter, better and stronger for the experience.

US Naval Hospital Ship MERCY heading to LA from San Diego as she passes San Clemente.

What's with this blog title? I was trying to get your attention, carry on!

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

SURPRISE VISITORS

A cold and wet morning turned into a glorious day for a hike and exploring tide pools at Crystal Cove State Park in Newport Beach. Amina and her family joined us for a great day and we even spotted a whale from the beach. Although you can't tell from these photos, out of an abundance of caution, we did practice social distancing and elbow tap greetings.