We arrived in beautiful St. Augustine on Wednesday, December 3rd. Anchored out North of The Bridge of Lions that night, and pulled into a slip at The Municipal Marina on the 4th, so that we could do provisioning, laundry, etc. before Elena's arrival later that day. She flew into Jacksonville, and took a shuttle to St. Augustine. The city is fantastic - great history, shops, taverns........it is nice to just have a few days to explore. Yesterday we went to the Alligator Farm - it was good that kibble was available to feed the alligators, otherwise we might have tossed small, noisy, wild children over the barriers! The park was very well laid out and we would recommend a visit but not on a weekend! Last night we participated in the British night walk through the streets - Many folks were dressed in period clothing, and all the townspeople walked with candles. This practice was a nightly affair in order to close the city gates and secure the city. Muskets shot off "a volley of joy" and Christmas Carols were sung. For the past 3 nights we are anchored south of the Bridge of Lions.
Elena and I will wander around the city today; while Jim works on boat projects. She is flying back to LA on Monday, and we will continue our adventure South on Tuesday.
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