Both of our alternators had failed, so we were very dependent on our little Honda EU2000 generator to keep batteries charged, as daylight (we also charge batteries with solar panels) was getting scarce for the approaching winter. I knew I'd need to upgrade and rewire while I was replacing the alternators, which would take a lot of back and forth to auto parts stores and chandleries (marine stores), so I put it off until we had ready access to wheels, and as it turned out, that was here.
from Westerbeke generators (original equipment on Stinkpot) to Onan generators, and that difference means modifications. So here we are, buying and borrowing tools, ordering parts, and making the most of Robert's genuine and generous hospitality.
after which I will be flying back to New England in a couple of weeks to watch my son, Kieran, graduate from Lesley University.
To wit, the plan is that I will leave Stacey here at the boat, fly one-way, into Portland, Maine, where my good buddy, Steve, will pick me up at the airport. I'll spend a day or two with he and his wife, Leah, while I get my car, which has been parked in their garage all winter, ready for a trip south. I will then drive to Medford, Massachusetts to impose upon some other dear friends, Jeanne and Charlie, for a few days whilst the graduation and other related (and unrelated) festivities happen. Finally, I will put myself behind the wheel for the long trip from Beantown to Stinkpot back here in Hopewell, at which point we'll decide what's next for Stinkpot. As of this writing, we plan to be cruising Chesapeake Bay for the summer. I might play some gigs here and there, and there will also be some online concerts from the boat as we go. Where around the Chesapeake Bay region would you like to see Stinkpot drop anchor? Let us know in the comments.
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Nancy King
5/2/2022 10:57:05 am
I think it would be great if you could be in the West River area of the Chesapeake around Sept. 30 to Oct. 3, when WE HOPE the Folklore Society of Greater Washington's first Getaway will take place in person for the first time in two years. I know you'd have a good time, and we'd surely enjoy seeing you. Our plans are still in the formative stage, and I expect I'll be contacting you again before long. Happy travels! -- Nancy
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5/2/2022 02:03:17 pm
You and Mira should talk. We should be "generally" around the bay area until late October/early November and certainly have no plans that far out. Mira is actively working to book shows and appearances for the summer/fall as we speak….
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5/2/2022 02:00:20 pm
We're certainly looking forward to that! Right now we're thinking Baltimore area in mid-late June, a bit of time around Solomons, MD, and we may spend some time at Olverson's Lodge. Who am I kidding? I have no idea what we're doing. This entire summer will be throwing the proverbial excrement at the wall and seeing what sticks, but we'll be somewhere in VA, MD, DE, or even PA, if we run up to Philly—a trip that has been on my to-do list for a little while. No real plans and plenty of time to accomplish them! It's the 2022 way!
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Stacey Guth
5/2/2022 04:24:38 pm
Bloopot! haha!
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Albert
5/2/2022 07:10:14 pm
OK, now I know why you are in Hopewell. I have been enjoying your and Stacey’s stories of your charmed life. Many of us have equally charmed lives if we take the time to notice. Jenny and I enjoyed listening to you at the Seamans Club back in the day. Looking forward to meeting Stacey at some point.
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5/2/2022 07:20:07 pm
Hi Albert,
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