Needless to say, after our adventurous night in Little Shark, we were glad to be on our way early yesterday and on toward middle Keys. Winds continued to be light and on our nose, so sailing was not an option.  Crab pots dotted the Gulf making dodging them a continual necessity.  A new novelty was a silver steak that would pop up and skim 50-100d feet across the water, small flying fish.  Not sure if they were the chaser or the chasee, but amazed that they can actually propel themselves so far.  Our last stretch of open water before arriving in Marathon was the Florida Bay, with boats few and far between, we were glad to finally pass through the 7 Mile Bridge and arrive safely in Boot Key Harbor around 2:00.  Glad also, with storms and high winds predicted for last night, to pick up a mooring ball rather than dealing with an anchor. 

Thunderstorms did pass through late last night and early this morning.  With east winds predicted to be in excess of 20 knots over the next few days, and seas of 6 to 8 feet, we along with 200 other boats will continue to be safely tucked away in Boot Key Harbor City Marina.  Not sure when the winds will be favorable for traveling, but rest assured that it we will remain here until we are certain to have safe passage northward.