This account is less about the place, Saba, and more a glimpse of our experience. We’ve been to Saba before, and this time was different. Hence, read on! Attempting to shake the grogginess from my brain, I slowly stretch by holding one of several hand-holds located between the galley, navigation table and companionway. I think …
Month: February 2023
The Quill, Island History and Crabs
Sint Eustatius, referred to in my previous “diving” post as Statia (pronounced Stay shah) is a small island located in the northern Leeward Islands between Saint Kitts and Saba. There’s a rich history here, especially with the early beginnings of the United States. I don't recall learning this in my high school history class, but …
Deeper in Statia
Another surreal experience. Do you remember the first time you rode a bicycle? I recall darkness falling on a warm summer evening, still riding up and down the street, not wanting to stop; I didn’t want to lose the thrill, afraid I wouldn’t be able to ride again the next day. That evening I laid …
Sundowners And Such
Sunset as enjoyed hundreds of miles away from shore. Watching the sun setting over the horizon is popular among more thoughtful men and women of any age and place. Ubiquitous among cruisers, having sundowners is the generic term for the pastime of enjoying a favorite beverage, whilst watching the big orange orb drop, along with …
SV Fayaway 