Alternator

Well, it turns out the alternator we purchased as a spare isn't exactly what we need. It's the wrong size to fit on our engine. Scott has considered a few options, but isn't quite sure any of them will completely work. That means it's waiting time again. He has located one that might work and we are waiting on an e-mail with the exact measurements. Then there is the issue of where do we ship it. We gave up our box at the UPS store in Newport and while we might be able to send it out to the island UPS and Fedex don't ship out here. We could send it general deliver if they can send it US Postal Service. That's all a waiting game until tomorrow, hopefully we will get a response. Then there is the time involved in shipping it down here... get this the company is in Portland!!! LOL!!! We are scheduled to on Monday, but we can extend another week if need be. The rates are super cheap this time of year and we've located the much needed propane to keep us warm. With those two things we can be quite comfortable if it takes until the end of next week to receive the item, again depending on the size of the thing. It's a circle.

As for our time here, we are back in the swing of things from our time in December 2011. We've been surprised how many people remember us. William a member of the Harbor Patrol came by to welcome us back, our favorite bartender at the Marlin Club was glad to see us. Even a guy who winters here on his boat remembered visiting with us before. It's nice to know where to get my groceries and laundry done. Everyone is so helpful and easy going here. I can see why so many boaters over winter here every year. It's supposed to be in the 70's this week and once we've got the alternator set we are planning on doing some hiking in the hills. It should be beautiful. We probably won't go ashore on Saturday or Sunday, as it is usually crowded with tourists, but we've got plenty to keep us busy. We are safe and have a rough plan for the next few days. So Mexico is pushed back a few days. We've got the time and we are only planning on going as far as the Sea of Cortez for the summer. That's about 1300 miles to put us out of the hurricane belt and we have 5 months to do that. So many cruisers push through so quickly and never get to know a place, it's nice to have the option of really slowing down and seeing some of Mexico. From our experience 6 years ago in the Sea it's like sailing through a desert. Should make for some beautiful scenery.

Well, Cheers and Fair Winds!