Day 7

June 28, 2006

We woke up to calm waters and clear skies. Much of the marina shoved off early to get on their way�many of the boaters had been there 2 or 3 days waiting for the weather to break.

We navigated the Pungo and Pamlico Rivers then entered Goose Creek. It was here that we happened upon the porpoises! It was amazing. They were coming out of the water and diving back in right in front of the boat!

We got into the Neuse River, and our good fortune ended. Huge dark clouds threatened to engulf us. Thunder rumbled in the distance. A rain shower or two passed over us, but they were short lived and weak. Until, of course, it was time to turn in to the marina. We tried to hang out for a while to let the storm pass, but it only got worse. Amy went out to set up the lines and was soaked in about 30 seconds. The wind was picking up and visibility became a problem.

As we drove back into the creek to find the marina, we were protected from the wind and were able to dock without much ado. We walked to West Marine to pick up some things we needed and we got some much needed internet time using the marinas WiFi�we haven�t been on the internet in many days!

The Weather Channel calls for scattered thunderstorms but low winds for the next couple days. We could use an uneventful day or two!