Day 93 – Tuesday, September 14, 2010

090°26.298’ W
38°58.115’ N
Grafton, Illinois

The day began with the Flints and us having a breakfast so large that it carried us until dinner.

We arrived at the Grafton Marina around 11am and were assigned a slip close to the swimming pool and restaurant. This is a large marina with many covered slips but we are again in the sun. There were many looper boats arriving all day long most heading for the Gulf and Florida. Everyone we had dinner with two days ago are here now.

I have experienced a little bit of radio problems and have taken on the task to repair it once and for all! I moved the antenna to the top of the arch and have pulled the co-ax about half way through the boat. As always John lent a helping hand which was much appreciated! Tomorrow I will try to locate a store to purchase the rest of the parts needed to complete the task.

The Flints are planning to jump ahead of us and leave Grafton on Thursday. We are both heading in different directions at this time but will reconnect in the near future. In addition to different itineraries they have a family wedding to attend that will take them out of the loop for three additional weeks in October.

Barb and I will stick around through the weekend and make minor repairs to the boat and enjoy a day of celebration honoring our service men and women. There will be a boat parade, beer tent, food, live bands then fire works. Sounds like a fun celebration.

Chris and Bruce should arrive tomorrow. After they arrive we will see what they have planned for next week. At present Barb and I intend to leave no later than Monday unless someone has a better idea!