12/06 Fresh water replacement in Thunderbolt

Savannah Belle Ferry Juliette Gordon Low

So last night as we readied for bed, our fresh water pump did not work.  We checked the obvious; 1. we had water in the tanks, 2. the breaker was on, 3. we replaced the in house filter to make sure it was not clogged.   No luck.  The ice maker had not made ice in a while either.  Fortunately, we are at Thunderbolt Marina.  They have a huge boat yard here.  The tiny town of Thunderbolt is just south of Savannah on the Wilmington River and is dedicated to boating.

While we were waiting for the mechanic, John called around and a replacement pump was available just over 1/2 mile up the road in a very well stocked marine store.  I was up and back in less than a half hour.  The morning was pleasant and warm.  While waiting, I got a wash in and got to do a great work out on the stern deck. Chris and the ladies in my gym back at Assertive Fitness would be proud.
There were two boats of particular interest today.  One was from the Savannah Belle Ferry, the Juliette Gordon Low.  As a former Girl Scout, I always read about Savannah, as the home of the Girl Scouts.  Thunderbolt Marina takes care of boats from all over the world.  This huge boat, Blue Moon, is from Georgetown.  I just don't think I want to pay all the crew needed for this boat or I would buy one.

The mechanic came and indeed the pump was shot.  He replaced it quickly.  We had water from the faucets and were making ice in no time.  Meanwhile, the forecasted weather front came through.  It started to pour rain and the temperature dropped.  It is supposed to be rainy and cold for 3 days.  Ugh.
Tomorrow, we will head south again.  We will probably anchor for one or two nights so I might not blog.