Later in the afternoon we decided to pack up and head for our home port in Wolfeboro. A slight breeze had kicked in and we unfurled the genoa to help propel us home. Motor sailing at 5 knots. The lake had pretty much cleared out from the weekend so we had that huge, wide expanse mostly to ourselves.
We serenaded ourselves with some tropical reggae on the Bluetooth speaker broadcasting from my iPhone. And yes, we cracked a freezing cold one to sip from on our way into the bay. So relaxing. No heavy thoughts. Just watching the mesmerizing patterns of the water and the late day sun reminding us that our planet is turning and the sun is not really setting.
Four days on the lake. It is such a special place we have in Winnipesaukee. Indeed the "Smile of the Great Spirit." (When the weather is good) Next year we are going to schedule our trip in late June. The water will be higher and it is more likely there will be wind.
I hope you have enjoyed following us on our journey this year. The forum members continue to be a large part of making this happen through their generous docking invitations and helpful advice about navigating the more tricky parts of the lake. Thank you all.
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