We initially decided we would sail to Norman Island to take advantage of the cooler wx from the effects of Berle, while enjoying the many hiking trails that Norman offers.  We cast off and sailed out the channel markers of VG Sound. Just past Mosquito Island we looked back and the sky was the most brilliant blue and it was an absolute gorgeous day. So we decided to regroup and turn around and spend the day with friends instead!

On our return we anchored off Mosquito island in clear, shallow waters and dinghied over to Leverick to pick up Marta and Dustin. I’ve known Marta for over a decade. Great surfing pal and fun chic! Super awesome to meet her husband Dustin and we spent a wonderful day catching up via snorkeling, day sailing and sundowners.

During the snorkel I got zapped by my first box jelly fish. Damn that hurt!  So thankful I did not have a reaction as the Box Jellies are pretty intense and it was only on my hand. We usually see them in the later part of July.. so I wasn’t really looking out for them yet. Thing was huge for a box!

Late afternoon we moved the boat from Mosquito over to Prickly Pear and left the dinghy on the mooring ball to save it for later as we Jib sailing around the Sound. was Such a treat sailing in flat water and 20kts of breeze! We cruised around weaving in and out of the empty mooring fields of Saba Rock and the Bitter End with several passes and 7 kts under jib alone!

After returning to the  SW side of Prickly Pear we had our transom showers, sundowner and headed back to Leverick Bay in the dinghy. We said our farewells to Marta and Dustin as they had evening commitments. Meanwhile Jim and I enjoyed an evening dinner at Pussers and talked with the locals. Wet and wild ride  in the dinghy after dark back to the boat!! Good stuff and awesome day!

Savannah was not able to take photos last night (her day) as they volunteered at a nursing home in the AM and worked at a school in the afternoon. She’s really enjoying her time with her team, meeting new people and learning their culture.  She has been face timing on WhatsApp and once a day and i’m getting to meet all of her friends. I think it’s so sweet everyone comes over to say hello!!! They also all want to go sailing with us next summer! lol get in line! hahahah

Baus Haus Notes….. June of 2019 we will re open the guest house. Throughout the year I will be hiding Baus Haus treasures: vouchers for free nights, gifts, and apparel. If you happen to find one, or a friend does, or even a friend of a friend finds it and posts the prize on one of our social media pages, they (or you if you’re their friend) will be a winner!!!  Think “geocaching gifts” by the Baus Haus! https://www.facebook.com/BausHausPuertoRico/?ref=br_rs