Stayed in Norfolk for the day due to the rain and wind. I got my haircut and Bob worked on the schedule. We saw the eclipse last night which was awesome over the ships. Heading to Whitestone Va tomorrow for 58 miles. Making friends with other loopers which is fun .Until tomorrow………
Spent the night at small marina called Coinjack. Visited with other boaters and the restaurant was known for prime rib so of course we had it. This morning left for Norfolk Va. following many boats and one lock. The drop was only one foot. Arrived at 2pm at Waterside Marina in downtown Norfolk amidst all the navy ships etc. Glad to be in Va.,my birthplace. Congrats Zach and Marlee on your wedding today!
Bridge opening
Entering Norfolk
Navy ships
Marina
Submarine
Entering Norfolk. Carnival Magic sitting
PerdueStayed in Beaufort NC another day due to weather. Headed out today for 63 miles to Bellhaven at Dowrey Creek Marina. Beautiful sunny day with a slight chill in the air. (Perfect for me!). Hopefully heading to Coinjock tomorrow and then on to Norfolk. Bob beat me again in Sequence last night. Ugh
Piper thinks she’s a hood ornament on the zodiac
Sunset in Beaufort |
| School shuttle bus |
Left Southport and headed to Topsail. Arrived late afternoon. That night we stayed in and watched a movie. This morning we left for Beaufort N.C. Heavy winds so we stayed in the intercoastal Traveled 62 miles. Started exploring this quaint little town. Stating on another day due to bridge not opening due to winds.
Leaving Southport 
House by itself in the water on land
Provision and other restaurants in Southport 
Oyster farmStayed at Grand Dunes one day so Bob could see a friend from work years ago. He showed us around the Myrtle Beach area and had dinner. On the 9th we headed to Southport N.C. Love this town, as we have been there many times. Had to go to Provision Company,as it’s tradition. Met with my cousin Sam and wife Carol for dinner. They showed us their beautiful home in St James and drove us around. I’m mad I forgot to take their picture! Leaving this morning for Topsail. Weather has been much cooler with high of 70 and 50 at night.We have traveled 2343 miles so far.
Bob and BobContinued on the IWC to Great Dunes marina in Myrtle Beach.We had such a great time with Seab and Patti as they leave in the morning. Staying here one more day.Congrats Chrissy and Andrew on your wedding!
Alligator on the log 
School bus shuttle
My brother Seab And Patti and us
Bye Pawleys island
Seab and PattiWent by the ocean and the waves were 3-4 ft instead of 2-3 as stated. Definitely a big difference! We entered the IWC at Georgetown Inlet and was calm again. Pictures are from leaving Charleston. Heading to Myrtle Beach tomorrow
