Saturday, November 19, 2011

Thursday, November 17th - lay day in Charleston

Despite the warning, there was no tornado activity overnight.  But there was abundant thunder, lightning and rain associated with the cold front that passed through Charleston in the wee small hours of the morning.  Today, the wind is cranking a good 20 knots out of the north.  The wind and cloud cover has created a chill in the air.  Spending yet another day in Charleston is a decision that comes easy.

The morning begins at Caviar and Bananas, followed by a hike to the Visitor Center.  Radeen invests in a tourbook and treats us to a self-guided, narrated stroll through the nooks and crannies of the historic district.  Owning one of these charming homes would require limitless resources and energy.  There is no shortage of demand for painters, woodworkers and restoration specialists in Charleston.  We are grateful to those who live here and care for these dwellings, as they have made our visit memorable.

We conclude the day with appetizers aboard Island Spirit and dinner ashore at a Mediterranean restaurant.  After dark, the chill in the air becomes downright cold.  We scurry back to the marina in anticipation of an early start in the morning.



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