Got up at five only to hear on the radio that the tide was going out and would be dead low at 7:30. So we won't be able to leave until at least ten. Wasted an early rising.
Left the dock at 10:20. Went aground at 10:25. Boomp boomp. We were so far aground that the boat was tilted way over to port. The bottom was soft mud, so after 18 minutes of gunning the engine in reverse and forward, we finally floated free. Carefully picked our way down the channel and out of the harbor. We were greatly relieved to reach the open sea.
Sunny and clear today, with a good breeze out of the west in the morning. We were able to sail for awhile, but then the wind died down and we had to start the engine.
At noon, Roy heated soup in the microwave using the new inverter. What a convenience! Worked perfectly.
Arrived at Cape May just as the sun was setting. Fortunately, the channel was well-marked, and there was still enough light to find our way to a dock and tie up for the night.
After supper, Roy changed the oil without spilling any for once. Then we walked a mile or so to a grocery store and bought some fresh vegetables and fruit.
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