A LONG, BUT BLESSED DAY

We did an eleven hour day today. Not what we originally planned, but just how it turned out. Crossing the Albemarle Sound was no big deal and crab must not be in season, as there were very few traps to contend with. We made good time and had planned to stay just south of the cluster of bridges and a lock south of Norfolk. They all have timed openings and it involves a lot of waiting and spinning. Since it was only 2PM, we decided to go forward. All went OK, but as we approached Norfolk, some massive, nasty storms appeared. We watched their movement on radar, but were basically sitting ducks. Thanks to DIVINE INTERVENTION and prayer, they pretty much moved all around us, but we never had to bear the brunt of them. It rained as we made our way through the channel to Norfolk. This is a very busy shipping area, so we had much to look out for. Magically, as we were about to dock, the sun came out. A beer never tasted so good that day!