April 23rd.

After leaving Southport we cruised up to Hampstead, and spent the night at the Harbour Village Marina. It is a very nice marina with clean showers (something I have learned to appreciate more and more). The marina is in a residential community and far from any stores or restaurants so we only stayed one night. That evening our friends Evan and Michael, "Strummin' Along" owners, came over for docktails and appetizers which turned into our dinner. 

The next day "Strummin Along "and "The Next Chapter" took us on a 66 mile/8 hr cruise up to Beaufort, NC. Fortunately, weather was warm and sunny. Beaufort Marina is located right downtown amidst great little shops and restaurants. Because of the long cruise we had 2 free days in Beaufort. That evening a group of us Loopers enjoyed delicious Mexican food and spectacular margueritas. Sunday was cold and rainy so we just hung out on the boat and read.

Monday was another nice day but a bit chilly so after doing 2 loads of wash we headed out for a walk to explore. While we were out we met Evan and Michael and discovered the oldest bar in Beaufort so, of course, we had to have a drink there. That evening we gathered with Evan and Michael and Donna and Gary of " LAttitude  Adjustment" for dinner at a wonderful restaurant called "Moonrakers" just a block from the marina.

Today the three of us couples "buddy boated" our way up to Oriental, NC. We will be here for 2 nights before heading up to Belhaven, NC  


Somebody didn't stay on course!


Even the Captain gets to take a little time!!


Buddy boating with "Strummin' Along"


Dinner last night!




Great little bar reminded me of some bars in Boston

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