Mike and Joann are going home tomorrow. They're not going straight back to Florida because they're making a side trip to see friends along the way. They've already confirmed that their east coast (Florida) home is completely safe following the hurricane.
Their antique boat finally got back from the place where it's stored and maintained...just in time for them to take it out on the water before they leave. We were both invited to join them, along with another couple, but my home and work commitments prevented me from going along. I wasn't going to let Handsome miss it, though, so he went and spent the day on the water with our dear friends.
Here's Michael at the wheel, as he was coming around to pick up his passengers. I guessed that his vintage craft was a wooden boat, but it's probably just as well I wasn't along, as I would have whined the entire time. I adore wooden boats, and this one is a real beauty. We can see why our friends are so in love with it.
Handsome has had a rough couple of months, so I'm content knowing that he spent the day on the water, worry-free and happy with friends. I'll definitely go along next time they offer us a boat ride. I mean, really. Isn't it just beautiful - and what better way to spend a sunny day?
It looks like a cool boat!
ReplyDeleteGlad Handsome got to go, sorry you couldn't.
Marilyn
Hi Marilyn:
DeleteIt's okay. I'll go next time (might be next year now). I'm so glad Handsome got to do something fun. I agree, it is a cool boat, though.
xoxo
Donna
That looks like a boat my father-in-law had - or at least pictures I've seen of it. I'm sure Handsome had a wonderful day and enjoyed being out with your friends.
ReplyDeleteHi MA:
DeleteIf your FIL had a wooden boat, he was indeed fortunate. It's just the coolest! Handsome had a grand time, for sure.
xoxo
Donna
sherry of createology: This Chris Craft looks timeless and beautiful. Each year we would attend Lke Tahoe Concourse and it included so many vintage gorgeous boats like this. Handsome must have really enjoyed his day on the water. You are such a wonderful wife dear.
ReplyDeleteDear Sherry:
DeleteYou're so kind. I bet those shows were so wonderful! I would have loved to own one, but I know how much upkeep is involved to keep them afloat. What is that old saying about a boat and a hole in the water? lol
xoxo
Donna
So glad that Handsome had a wonderful day. Nice for him to have a bit of diversion from the
ReplyDeletepast few months. Even that you weren't able to go, I'm sure you were quite happy that he had a
wonderful day.
Shirley
Hi Shirley:
DeleteYou're exactly right. I kind of wanted him to have a day off on his own. He's had me for a chauffeur, so he can't go anywhere without this old 'ball and chain'. lol I know he had a wonderful day with our friends. He enjoyed telling me all about it, too, which was twice the fun.
xoxo
Donna