Three hours up the coast from Dana Point lies Newport Harbor, an expansive marine enclave that has much to offer. The cool nights were tempered by the warm daytime sun as we enjoyed the anchorage just east of Lido Island. Serenity Now!
Braving the chilly weather, the Admiral and I ventured out for an afternoon sail. The visibility was outstanding allowing us to see Blackjack, a peak on Catalina, and the snow-capped San Gabriel Mountains and Mt. Baldy. Our nephew once said there's no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing. We stayed warm and enjoyed a super day on the water.
For Christmas, the Admiral gave the capt a log for the boat. Perfect timing because Volume II was on it's last page. The ship's log is a wonderful record of our experiences on board with comments from many of our friends that helped us crew that day. We keep a running total of our trips and times anchored on the first page for a quick reference. Our hope is that you'll join us soon and leave your entry in the Log of SV Serenity Now!
The Admiral and I wish all of our friends, family and crew a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and meaningful 2021. Splice the mainbrace mates!
Our Sunday sail was shortened by the cold air but it was still good to get on the water. This sunset on the way home was pretty spectacular. Soon we'll start seeing the migrating whales headed south, can't wait.
