It’s hard to not be grumpy after 4 days on the hook in a
small boat on gray, windy, cold days. I didn’t get up until the invitation to
go to town came at 1100 hours. Instead of being grumpy, as all yesterday, I
just stayed in bed and slept. But the possibility of town with friends and
visiting a sea mammal rescue center was great news. And it was supposed to
become patchy sunny as the afternoon flowed.
Off to town which means a chilly dinghy ride w/friends, I
get to pull the dinghy onto shore because I have my “wellies” (aka garden
boots) on and the shore is sucky mud or slippery seaweed depending the level of
the tide.
Saw the mammal rescue center with several exhibits and live
streaming video of the rescued seals in various states of recovery. A small
operation with some smart dedicated young people and a founder. On to the hardware
store. Then to the Family Dollar store for a speaker so we can watch DVDs in
stereo and loud enough for David to hear. Then….
POOL! In the bar/liquor store/pool hall. Well, pool hall?
Only one pool table. I’ve never been a pool player. Not good at the geometry
that allows one to be skilled. And haven’t held a pool cue since sometime after
a Bates performance and big student/faculty party across from the Bates bookstore.
But, hey, let’s do it.
Had a blast. Hit several balls solidly and got several in
pockets. A couple times even two balls to pockets in a row. Great fun and no
pressure.
Home to boat in the SUNSHINE!!! What is that weird color
above us. Dinner at our boat. Store-bought quiche. Bed early for a really early
LEAVING Brigantine tomorrow!
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