On 2.22.23, our neighbors, Dave and Lynn, asked if we wanted to go super marketing the next day with them.  Steve wanted to get some things done on the boat, but I was thrilled to go.  They had a car and drove to the big box store (Cost U Less) as well as a larger supermarket.  I was all set with groceries.  We were looking for a step stool to make it easier for Steve’s Mom to get on and off of the boat.  Unfortunately we didn’t find anything appropriate.  However, later in the day someone dropped off a wooden stool that they must have found stashed in the grass on the grounds.  It was dirty, but would work out well for our needs.

On 2.24.23 Steve flew to Orlando to attend his Aunt Janet’s funeral.  There he met up with his mother and on 2.26.23, and they both flew back to St. Croix.  While Steve was gone, I went to town cleaning the boat.  It was much easier to boat wash the entire boat without having to inconvenience Steve.  I was also able to hose down the cushions and spread them all out to dry.  On Sunday morning I cleaned the bathrooms and prepared the bedroom for Marlene.  We were looking forward to having her visit.  She had wanted to see our boat for a couple of years but this was the first opportunity that she had to come aboard.  We chose this marina because it was in US territory (so she wouldn’t have to go through customs).  And, it is part of a resort, which would enable us to go to restaurants and use the amenities on the property.