Leaving Anacortes we see swaths of gold and red leaves among evergreens that blanket the local landscape. Fallen fruit circles trunks of apple trees and store fronts post autumn hours. Cruising season has ended and we are headed home.
We thank you who have followed the blog and vicariously traveled with us. Joy is multiplied when shared; knowing we had family and friends who were on the journey in spirit added to our experience.
We end the adventure with so much gratitude: for health and wellbeing to make the trip, that our circumstances allow us to have a seaworthy vessel, for challenges that tested us but none so mountainous we couldn’t overcome them. We’re grateful for the boaters that shared local knowledge, for marina owners who subsist on a seasonal income and for the Coast Guard that keeps boaters safe.
Twenty years from now, you’ll be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the things you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the tradewinds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.
(Usually misattributed to Mark Twain, the quote is from H.Jackson Brown’s mother. Moms always know best.)
Edging Forward 
Sweet! What are you going to do with the boat? Love, Cuz
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She’s on the hard for now. Presently we’re undecided and looking forward to being in our Reno beds. Thanks for following us Sandy and MK! Please come visit. So much love ~ Cuz
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Hi Bob and Kim, I have loved living vicariously through your blog. The whole journey was awesome and I would love to do that kind of trip someday. Probably not likely, but it is a nice thought. Thank you for sharing all the wonderful pictures, thoughts, and the adventures! I hope you are home safely. Hope to see you in the near future. Hugs, Nancy
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Thanks for your message Nancy. So honored you followed us … and enjoyed the trip. Hope you are well. Sending hugs back, and look forward to maybe an in-person visit one day soon. xo
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Thank you for “taking” us all on your wonderful trip with you!! 🙂 A trip to remember for sure. Welcome home when you get there!
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Wendy ~ it’s been transformative but looking forward to being home tomorrow. Thanks for being part of the journey with us. 🙂 xo Kim
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It has been so fun to follow your adventure! And it was a total pleasure to meet the both of you and spend some time getting to know you. Take care and hopefully we’ll see you up north in the future!! Karen and Roger
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Thanks Karen. You and Roger had great tips for us ~ we so appreciate having access to your knowledge and insights. Yes, hopefully we’ll meet again in the beautiful northwest!
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