Our trip north was delightful...we didn't miss the RV at all! Dakota had the back seat where Floyd had extended the seat with boxes...I didn't have him in my lap...or smell like dog! We certainly enjoyed the closer and quieter ride...that dashboard issue was a bit of a glitch. Floyd called the dealer in Traverse City and scheduled the repairs for Tuesday. We may have to rent a car for a while but that sure beats sitting in a hotel in South Bend.

We schlepped everything aboard and started the work of getting boat ready...quick trips to grocery store and bakery so that we wouldn't starve...making lists of lists and more lists so that Tuesday we can shop big in Traverse City.

We are on the party "B" dock...so they watched as we worked all weekend....we did have a moment or two of wishing for the RV when we arrived. We had stripped all bedding anticipating that we could stay in RV and do all that laundry so that it'd been fresh and clean for the start of our boating season... we'll, not so much! Made for a long day Saturday as only one washer was working...but, hey, its exercise...and works well into our weight loss e plans.
By Sunday afternoon everything was put away...and Captain gave us all permission to nap. Good timing!