Bellatrix

South of Hilton Head, SC

20 October 2014

Saturday we toured, by foot, Charleston, SC. It is a beautiful town with homes dating to the 1700’s. Most are in an area known as the “Battery”. Many have a picturesque view of the harbor. We shopped, ate, ate, drank, and walked a lot. It was 80 degrees, blue skies and full of tourists, lots to see. There is a strong historical French presence dating back to the Revolutionary War. A French Quarter with many fine eating establishments, some booked until November 3rd and we could not get a reservation.

We left Sunday morning at 0930 anxious to head south. We motorsailer most of the day, anchoring in the South Edisto River. A secure anchorage that afforded a beautiful sunset.

This morning we left early motoring and motorsailing most of the day making about 62 miles. We are anxious to get to Savannah, GA tomorrow morning. We made a stop at the Harbortowne Yacht Basin in Hilton Head for a quick “bump and

run” for Bella and fuel. A must stop on the way back (some day) so Robin says.

Bella has been always very curious about fishing but with many dolphin sightings has taken the role of protector of Bellatrix. The dolphin seem to come to the boat from the side (beam), only to dive under, which makes Bella more curious and she runs around the boat barking to warn them off. She constantly stands watch in search dolphin.

We are anchored tonight in Wright River, similar to the one last night, steaks on the grill, Rosemary potatoes and zucchini.

We are learning to enjoy box wine, trying many different types. Those who know us know we enjoy wine with every dinner. We are not expensive wine lovers but like good wine. Box wine is less expensive and stores in small spaces easier than bottles when taken out of the box. We will let you know our “best” choices.