A killer spring storm came through early Saturday evening bringing a beautiful Sunday in its wake. We gathered for the semi-permanent April Tip-A-Few at the condominium of El Maestro and his captive Andrea Jean ("AJ"). The picnic area is accessed by a small bridge that spans a beautiful lake in the back of their complex. Pure blue skies, the bright lime green of early spring and ducks fighting over mating rights provided the backdrop for our gathering. Drinks - including the demon rhum - good food and great desserts provided the sustenance.
Conversation spanned many topics. First and foremost were taxes. Many people had recently finished the annual rite of filing their taxes with the IRS. The relief was palpable. Of course, most of the other conversations centered on boats and the springtime haul-outs thereof: blisters, failed through-hulls, blown out exhaust systems and what bottom paint to use. We also discussed the trials, tribulations and times of our brothers who are still cruising abroad. All are expected back this spring with Bernard's return from a two year, around the world cruise coming up in two weeks! If Rob & Holly stick around a while (before cruising north for the summer), we might have the whole table back together for a brief time before summer arrives.
