September 7-8: We decided to break the last leg of the trip up with a two day stop in Block Island. It is a long 10 hour trip today so we left as soon as it was light. We are joining our friends, Joan and Reggie Patota, who arrived at Block a couple of days earlier. After rafting with their boat, we enjoyed drinks and a welcome dinner on board their boat, Patriot.
The next day, we went ashore and dragged the poor captain to several shops before rewarding him with a gelato. The wind picked up overnight so we all voted to stay aboard and enjoyed Joan's cooking again.
September 9: The end of the line: As we headed home down Narragansett Bay, we reflected on how much has happened since we left Rhode Island on June 4, 2011. From the loss of our beloved buddy, to a cancer scare and a break in the Loop. But we keep coming back to the same conclusion, it was an unique experience and best of all, we met some wonderful people.
Thanks for following this blog even though the last section was a repeat chronicle of the first leg of our journey. Best wishes to all!
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