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Jaltepeque Estuary, El Salvador

We finally made it out of Paradise Marina. I never did figure out why the engine overheated on our first attempt, but everything seems fine now. I am never completely comfortable with problems that fix themselves as they have a way of showing up again when you least expect them, but for now I just have to accept that all is well.

 

 

 

We motored the 4 miles or so down the estuary, where we are currently tied to one of our friend Bill's moorings. From here we are now only a short dinghy ride to the marina at Bahia del Sol and several other restaurants. Sundowners on Bill and Jean's dock is a nightly affair. From their dock, Sine Timore is perfectly positioned to frame the sunset.

 

Now that most of the boat maintenance projects are done, and we are are able to participate in the social scene here in the estuary, Susanne is much happier. The nice breezes that blow through this part of the estuary most every day, make it just about perfect for lazing the mornings away in the cockpit. As Susanne points out, this is what cruising is supposed to be all about.

 

 

Our only issue right now is that our 90-day visas are going to run out in a couple of weeks. Originally we had intended to be out of El Salvador and headed to Mexico about now, but Sue is not eager to leave this perfect piece of paradise just yet. We will either have to try and extend our visas (which proved somewhat troublesome when we did that a few years ago), leave the C4 countries (El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua and Honduras share a common visa) and come back, or simply overstay our visas and pay a fine later. I am sure we will think of something.

Meanwhile, life is pretty much perfect right now!

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