April 7th to April 13th IE heads to the The Field Club

Sunday April 7th is a big day at SYC when The Blessing of the Fleet takes place. Ireland’s Eye and 38 other boats 🛥 left the marina all decorated and festive looking, for the parade, blessing and salute. A fun 🎊 afterwards with lots of mixing and connecting with new friends. 

Monday morning Nana and Nandad decided they would take a long bike ride along Longboat Key with the final destination being Mar Vista Dockside dining.  A long 7.5 mile ride but well worth it and made much easier with those electric 🚲. The restaurant is right on the bay side with a small beach area so you can dine right on the water. We will take IE some day and either dock or anchor. 

Tuesday another layday , morning yoga, relaxing and reading while once again the engine gets attention - you can get the sense that this is a bit of a habit!Nandad rented a mini van once again and we went scouting to find a yard that will haul IE for painting the bottom. We found a good spot Cortez Cove Marina where there is also a wonderful canvas & upholstery spot called Coatal Marina. They repaired the canvas cover and made two canvas covers for the flag poles. Nandad took out his drill and made the perfect 👌 spot at the bow for our SYC burgee. We decided to try the Irish Pub 32 and had delicious Shepard’s pie and bangers and mash ☘️ 

Wednesday a great morning walk over the Sarasota bridge followed by a fun afternoon at the GEM’s fashion show. Dinner 🥘 onboard IE and a wonderful stretch of the legs down St Armand’s Circle to watch the Sunset 🌅 at Lido Beach. A beautiful night.

Thursday morning a great yoga 🧘‍♀️ class, followed by a short bike ride and a wonderful evening at Susan and Jim’s 🏠 Nana and Nandad hosted for the Blessing of the Fleet so they very nicely invited us to their home which is right on the water 💦 with beautiful views. Susan has done an amazing job on creating a beautiful home and Jim made the most delicious meal. Wonderful new friendships begin.

Friday Nana and Nandad decided to take a short cruise 🚢 over to The Field Club where we spent a very quite afternoon by the pool and a great dinner on their patio. It is really a very unique spot.

Saturday April 13th so excited 😆 to have The Doneski’s for the next few days. Today is Liam’s 3rd 🎂 so we will celebrate when they arrive. Early afternoon and The Doneski’s arrive and checked into their VBO home which is the perfect fit for their family. All fenced in both front, side and back patio where the pool 🏊 is. Cilian is like a fish 🐠 right away.