After the holidays in Portland and Seattle, we flew back to Puerto Vallarta
to swim with the dolphins, have Steve and Laurie Holser on board, and prepare
further for the Puddle Jump in mid-March. Also preparations continue for
the 'Puddle Jump' in mid-March when we will sail from PV to the Marquesas in
French Polynesia.
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At the Dolphin Adventures in Puerto Vallarta, MX George feeds the bottlenose dolphin while Sue, Steve and Laurie Holser look on.
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An appreciative kiss after feeding the dolphin!
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After Sue hugs the dolphin,...
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A bottle-nose dolphin gets to kiss Sue appreciating the hug.
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Sue completed 'chaps' for our dinghy. Chaps shield the inflatable material from the harsh tropical sun UVs.
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Cleaning the mast and rigs with white vinegar was a two day project. Inspection of all the parts was one of the preparations for the PJ.
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Sue celebrating her birthday on the Paradise Village beach with an excellent coconut drink.
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These hot springs were on the Rio Mascota hike that we took with other cruisers.
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This granddaddy crocodile was in the back estuary about a half mile from 'Julia Max'. Estimate 12' long, and lots of teeth!
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Previous owners Bob and Julia Fairchild were on board while we were at La Cruz. Bob is quite the sailor!
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Julia Fairchild, our boat's namesake, was aboard for a sail out of La Cruz.
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Sue and I played Mexican Train under the palapa in Tenacatita with Perpetua.
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Picturesque Barra de Navidad is a restful lagoon anchorage where the French Baker calls on your boat.
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