Hi All, Yes….we did it!!! We have entered Sydney Harbor and anchored in Rose Bay ….yahoo!!! We probably have not entered a more iconic and photographed harbor since Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. It was indeed a thrill and we both had another great sense of accomplishment. Of course, it was early, about mid-morning, … Read More →
Monthly Archives: December 2015
Captain’s Log: Brisbane (Manly) to Bobbin Head: Arrived
Hi All, We arrived safe and sound at Empire Marina in Bobbin Head about 3:15pm!!!! The big winds never arrived….throughout the day the winds calmed to about 7 kts as we came in Broken Bay…..all from behind. The seas also calmed to <2’…..a very sweet ride!!! I had a very warm greeting from several Selene … Read More →
Captain’s Log: Brisbane (Manly) to Bobbin Head: Day 2
Hi All, 2nd night…..got the sleepies bad….slept really hard so kind of numb right now…come on coffee/caffeine!!!! As I took over watch we were passing Seal Rocks….evidently a notorious section of waters with lot’s of history/wrecks…..one of Terry’s favorites. Of course, it was dark so not much to see. But it is the last corner … Read More →
Captain’s Log: Brisbane (Manly) to Bobbin Head: Day 1
Hi All, All is well onboard!!! Terry indeed arrived around 8:00 just as I was finishing up getting the boat ready….well, or so I thought. This is the first time I have prepped the boat by myself and quite frankly I failed miserably. I think I got all nervous about the “admiral” stuff which in … Read More →
Captain’s Log: Blog up and running!!
Hi All, We are BACK!!!!! Well, just half of the YB team…..whaaaaaaaaa!!!! First, I really, really want to thank family and friends who sent so many emails, texts, chocolates, wine, flowers et al…..Kathy and I were overwhelmed by the love and care we received and we feel very blessed!!!!! If you recall, Kathy was having … Read More →