Oxford

Leaving annapolis we expected a lazy hot day with little wind and it right behind us. We were greeted to a beautiful sail across the bay with plenty of wind and it off the beam. What a blessing! Sunday night we came into a cove that was a complete opposite of
Annapolis. two other boats there with a combination of woods, marsh and some lovely homes. Again lots of birds but osprey seem to dominate. After a lazy morning we sailed over to Plaindealing Creek near Oxford, MA. Spent the rest of the day just soaking up the atmosphere, reading and doing a few chores. Tuesday we came into Oxford, a town that was once a bustling place of trade and now a small community with lots of marinas. Filled up on fuel and water and took off bikes so that we could explore the area. Met a couple from guess what??? From Minnesota! They just bought a boat here in the area and were getting used to it and if plans work out in a few years they plan to sail to Norway or Austrailia or both! I think Ben said he had a brother living in Big Lake which is Nancy's home town! We have had a few of these conversations with people and it is amazing how small the world can be and it is interesting to touch base with people even if it is for a day or so. We always learn something new as well.