Dec 9th 2017

Dec 6th

Irelands Eye enjoyed her stay at THe City of Cape Coral and before leaving Nana found her next fun adventure. Biking around on this beautiful machine. Not sure Nandad would approve! We left for a quite anchorage spot away from the crowds and found ourselves the perfect spot right off Pine Island at the tip of St James City. We had the perfect evening with a wonderful dinner, sunset and star gazing sitting right at the bow of the boat. It is truly one of the amazing parts of boating to be able to enjoy Mother Nature at her best. We spotted a falling star and a very clear Orion but the moon and the dipper stayed hidden away. We also could hear the dolphins play and breath but unable to see them which was an experience not to be missed. Perhaps we can share someday with the grandkids. 

Dec 7th

Irelands Eye is headed for three days at The Pink Shell Marina where Nana intends to soak up some sunshine, catch up with some friends, have a massage, swim in the pool, eat wonderful food, and enjoy many walks along the beach. Life at its best. 

On Thursday night we had the opportunity to star gaze this time through a much bigger telescope which was fantastic.

We had a wonderful day with Sue and Dave Patton and Sue's sisters Marge and Nancy. They provided the lunch and we cruised right up the waterway and came around by the Gulf. There were some very narrow parts and the Skipper was happy to have some assistance from the experienced Dave. We also had a group of dolphin entertain us for quite a while which was very entertaining. I include a picture of a very happy Nandad cleaning the windows- he did a fantastic job. The things you will do when you are expecting visitors. 

Dec 8th 

After a fantastic morning at the Spa followed by a wonderful afternoon on the beach Nana and Nandad met with Helen and Jeff  and their friends Mike and Pia. We had cocktails onboard followed by dinner downtown at Nervous Nellies and then a night cap on the stern of Irelands Eye. A wonderful evening with great company. 

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Dec 9th 

A very windy and rainy night with lots of thunder and lightening so today, Saturday is very wet, windy and cold. The perfect day for laundry, gym and blogging. Dave picked us up from the marina and took us to see their new condo where Sue had the most delicious dinner prepared for us. They have the perfect view with the ICW on one side and Sanibel on the other. Dave then drove us to see the lights at Naples Botanical Gardens which was truely a magical evening.