We splashed our boat today, after 5 months of serious work in the yard. We did so many repairs, repairs on top of repairs, that we were sure there would be a leak. We were ecstatic, chaotic, hectic, exhausted, happy, terrified and overwhelmed. It was the creepiest Halloween ever. We came back on land to enjoy tricks or treats with our hosts and neighbors. They did not disappoint. Thank you, New Bedford/Fairhaven, MA and all your salty people.

[…] in sailing history (our personal one), we splashed our dear sailing vessel/expensive toy/love shack/mini restaurant/science lab Tranquility for the first time. We had […]