From the Helm – Monday, August 03, 2009 (cont…)

3:00 PM – Well, it’s been an eventful cruise thus far.  We left Maues on schedule.  My meeting with Edno and Abraao went well.  They are set, fueled and cashed up for the September trip.

- The younger girls have been laying out upstairs.  All our single crewmen have been unusually attentive to their needs and safety.  Such concern for human life…

- I had my nails done for the trip home – feels so very good. The guys back in the USA have no idea what they’re missing by passing up such a treatment. Truly feels good to be pampered on occasion.

- A few minutes ago, Amadeu cut his finger quite badly in the kitchen.  Scott is sewing him up in the pharmacy.  Looks like a tendon and artery were both severed.  God will see them through the deal.  I’m grateful I’m not the only one here.  This is best left for someone who’s better up for the task.  I’m grateful Scott’s here, indeed…

5:00 PM - The Lori just pulled up along side for tow.  She’s getting air and vapor locks in her the main engine.  It’s time to re-vamp her for further service – aluminum fuel tanks, pre-filter system, etc.  She’s a doll. Like any lady, she just needs some long overdue TLC...

From the Helm – Tuesday, August 04, 2009

2:00 PM – We just arrived at the Floating Mall across from Manaus.  The group is out shopping till they drop. Then, off on a little jungle tour to cap off the day.  They’re all planning to spend the evening at the Mall in Manaus after dinner.  I’ll just stay put on the Beatriz.

- We travel tomorrow afternoon for Miami.  Just one more night aboard my baby, Beatriz.

- It’s time to go home.  It’s been a truly beautiful season.  God has blessed beyond measure in every imaginable way.  He has been faithful through His providence, grace, mercy and guidance.  I know He will continue to reveal to me things I’ve missed along