The ferry has a cafeteria, a decent tables to sit at... eat... do some editing. We got there in time for breakfast...
With a view of the San Juan Islands, someone else doing the driving, and breakfast in our bellies, I worked on proofreading the last few chapters of the book...
Joan wanted to find a place to get a haircut, so we sought out a salon for her. While I waited, I finished the editing and got the manuscript sent off. The book is by the folks who do the "Living the RV Dream" podcast, and is a how-to for getting into the full-time RVing lifestyle. John and Kathy have been living in their motorhome for the past 7 years and used to do a radio talk show about RVing. The podcasts are a better fit for their mobile lifestyle, and the book will be a good companion to go with their show.
With my work and Joan's hair done, I was anxious to find a good place for lunch... Texas Roadhouse sounded good. I pulled out the phone to find the nearest one, and (of course) traffic got heavier. I handed the phone to Joan (don't drive distracted) and pulled off to be able to finish the search. And there - right in front of us - like a devine message: 5 Guys. OK, scrap the steak and let's go for a big ol' bacon cheeseburger and a bunch of fresh fries! Tasty!
We shopped for some supplies, and headed back to the ferry landing. Unlike last time, we didn't make the first afternoon trip... good thing we didn't have anything else planned, since we sat in line for the next ferry. This time, we were one of the first ones on.
Back to the "scenic dining area" for the return trip...
These overcast, drizzly days are still pretty (as the scene above shows). I was concerned the truck would get salt spray on it, since we were at the very front of the ferry. No need to worry, we were getting a "fresh water rinse" since we were just out of the covered area...
The ferry is sometimes a thorn in my side when I'm driving the whale watch boat - if they are coming or going, the water in our slip is too churned up to get in or out. They were very kind to me the other day, holding their departure for a short time while I slid out of the slip with the group for the ash spreading ceremony (yes, I did ask for that). But I have to admit, I enjoy riding on the ferry... you are a somewhat captive audience while aboard, but there is comfortable seating with a view (and Joan really likes their coffee).
The permit parking area for the marina was nearly full when we got back - looks like there are a lot of people coming to Friday Harbor to get an early start on the 4th of July holiday. We're supposed to have this rainy weather for the next couple days, and then... sunshine. For a week or so. We'll see how that plays out.
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On edit: I forgot to mention one really pleasant surprise yesterday: we bought fuel on the way back to Anacortes for 75¢ per gallon less than last month! Being on an island, we don't use the truck much; we walk to work, the grocery store, restaurants, and the laundromat... oh, and the ice cream shop.
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