Just a quick check in. We are safely moored just off the ferry landing in Port Jefferson harbor. It was a lovely, nostalgic sail into the harbor where I first set foot on Stigandi, the sailboat on which I learned to love racing. I have so many wonderful memories here: sailing, working at the Suffolk County National Bank in town, and eating “scrambled egg, bacon, and cheese on a roll. Salt, pepper, ketchup” with friends while watching the boats from the ferry parking lot. So much has changed in town, but much of it seems exactly the same, like the Steamroom Seafood restaurant, where we ate dinner tonight. More later, but it was a great night catching up with high school friends Mindy Morales and Mike Matz, and Cornell friend and roommate Sue Nissle. Thanks guys for making our second day so full of excitement! Our stay was even better with launch operator Martha, who was a joy and so very helpful. And we met some fellow Harry Potter fans, who saw our boat name and googled us to find our website! Check in all day tomorrow to see our progress on Spot as we sail to Newport in time for the 4th of July! (click the link to the left to find Patronus’ location in real time)
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our family's 1 year journey on a boat
Hi There!
As promised, the Hamms are excited for you and following you along your journey! We’ve stayed at Port Jeff many times on our way to Newport and Nantucket. Our best to you in making many family lasting memories!! Bon Voyage!!
Xxoi
Perhaps when you sail by Fishers Island today you can move in close to shore and look for some of the golf balls Chris has hooked into the ocean over the years. Safe Travels.
Hi Guys,
What a beautiful banner picture of the family. Just perfect.
Erica, I know you will not be reading book group books on this trip, but I would love for you to also pick books for “Fran’s book group” otherwise known as the CC bookgroup! There are 44 (gasp) books to choose from, but many authors have two selections. This way we have your picks in our count and I can say, “Erica picked this one, too.”
Keep on, keeping on.
Have a slice of pizza for me please!
Glad you’ve hit the ole’ stomping ground! Enjoy…..
Love getting these updates every day, and what a great photo of the family! Happy sailing, and Happy 4th! Enjoy Newport…