We left Cocoa Village Marina early on Friday, the 25th. I had made a reservation for us to stay in New Smyrna Beach….but nothing is written in stone. It was brisk in the morning as we started out.

The admiral was knitting and checking the charts, while the captain was driving with the aid of auto. We cut across wide spaces to get to the Haulover Canal. Narrow and beautiful.

After coming out of the canal, we were surprised to see the sailboats sailing. We see so many sailboats on the ICW but they mostly motor. It must be frustrating to be stopped so often by low bridges and narrow channels to maneuver. It was a treat to see these three boats, all friends from Canada sailing together.

There were many marshes on this side and the wildlife was active. Yep, people fishing and sunning….(those shoals again)

oh, and the birds!

I thought that we were stopping in New Smyrna Beach for the night, but the weather was great so we continued. We liked the sail on this boat going through the bridge in NS Beach.

And, lo, a city: Daytona!

On Saturday there is a Farmer’s Market and we all walked over. I like that so many people attend and support the local farmers’ markets here.  I haven’t gone to ours at home very often, but when I am home I am going to.

But, all good things must come to an end, or so it is said. Saturday night we went to dinner. Tomorrow our friends would leave for home. We thank them for joining us and helping us create memories that we will hold dear for many years.