Oh, no! We found winter.

Here is the quiet view from the bow.  Our burgee is not even waving.

Well, we knew it might happen.  We kept moving north on the ICW, and we ran right smack dab into winter.  We are in New Smyrna Beach, and it is 54 degrees outside.  The wind is from the NNE at 16 mph.  It feels cold.  We had planned to entertain our friends with cocktails on the fly bridge as we did in Key West.  But we will not be doing that.

In fact, Aunt Aggie had some engine issues this morning, so we did not go to Daytona as planned.  When George started the engine, she sounded rough. We stayed here and had diesel mechanics listen and look at her.  "Diesel Rick" showed us how to change the fuel filters.
     George asked, "How often should I change the fuel filter?"
     Diesel Rick replied, "Whenever it sounds like that."  So there you have it.  We are grateful for his expertise.  Now Aunt Aggie sounds smooth.

We plan to go to Daytona on Sunday due to the high winds now, and the rain that is coming tomorrow.  Our friends will come here for a visit tomorrow.  I keep wanting to just move on, but then I look out the back door.

The palm trees are taking the brunt of the wind in the marina.