We were in the Annapolis-Eastport area for two weeks. Dietrich installed a new transmission and adjusted the prop. The path to those jobs was twisted, beginning with a rebuild transmission kit arriving from the west coast minus an essential part. Throughout the process we lived on stilts in the Bert Jabins Yacht Yard where a clean laundry/shower facility (with AC!) was appreciated. The staff was always helpful, including the two who grew up in Traverse City (small world!). Our local friend, Deb, made sure we had delicious food and lodging for the one night Dietrich agreed to take off. We all enjoyed John Shane and FJ (stand up bass) at a jazz-folksy blues house concert. Dietrich's birthday was celebrated at Chick n' Ruth's with a crab omelette and their famous Deli potatoes. The whole place sang Happy Birthday, followed by standing for the Pledge of Allegiance, a 54 year tradition. Days later, we had a lively sailors' reunion with Traverse City's Teddy and Debbie Lockwood there, as well. Other food finds worth mentioning: Baker & Co. in Eastport, a little neighborhood bakery with outdoor seating (and many happy dogs) and fine pastries and breads, along with The Big Cheese/Sammy's Deli, in Annapolis, the best cheeses from owners who know the business and wisely give samples. Today, after a night back at Spa Creek to regroup and a pleasant 30 mile sail, we are anchored near St. Michaels, MD., on San Domingo Creek, off the Choptank. Breakfast in the cockpit included a parade of Deadrise crab boats heading out to check pots.
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| St . Mary's Cove, Annapolis MD |
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| Thomas Point Light |
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| Deadrise behind old wood |
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| Pavillion on San Domingo Creek |
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| Another Deadrise |
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| Deadrise cruising |
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