Once each summer we sail over to Jeremy Point for a picnic.
Though attached to land via Great Island, it requires a long walk - thus there is seldom company.
The
second boat is manned by Eric Eastman. His mates include Alice and Lilly.
With
Jeremy Point far in the distance water washes over the bow.
Back
on shore at Jeremy Point Arlene helps unload.
Susie
and Ethan get ready for their first task.
Ethan
and Susie head off
in search of firewood.
Bill
and Alice head off in the opposite direction.
The
boats wait just offshore
The
group sets up for a supper of hamburgs and sweet corn.
Lilly
is enjoying her first trip to the Cape visiting Eric.
All
is quiet
Dwight
and Arlene
At
dusk the birds gather. The water cut completely across the spit making
Jeremy Point an island.
A
fire helps take off the chill. The umbrellas served as a wind break.
Darkness
starts to settle.
A
quick cup of coffee before shoving off. The wind will blow directly at
our backs for a nearly silent sail headed back.
Back
at Old Wharf Point Bill and Arlene roll the sails