Saturday, September 17, 2022

Battery Point Lighthouse Keeper's Log

We were up early.  The clear skies once again clouded over as I did my sweeping.  We made sure to get some things done early so that Teare could make a trip over to the Del Norte Historical Society and Museum to pick up some pennies for change and some additional merchandise for the gift shop.  Our tour was to begin at 10:30.  I met Teare halfway to the parking lot to help carry bags and we made it back up the hill with 5 minutes to spare!  As 10:30 arrived, we opened the front door and here was the small crowd ready to take a lighthouse tour:!

We began the tours. and had a steady stream of visitors until we put up the closed sign at 11:30.

Our restricted time was due to the narrow tide window today.  Within that hour, we had 31 guests and collected $297.33 in donations and sales.

My work plan today was to do the trimming after yesterday's mowing.  Just as we finished lunch, it started to rain, and continued all afternoon.  I read a little, and Teare did a couple loads of laundry. 

We were able to visit via video call with Betsy, Samantha, Brett and Billy briefly.  Billy and Samm are visiting Brett and Betsy at their home in Leland, North Carolina.  This was the first time our three grand children were in one place at the same time. 

Left to right:  Billy & Samm's son Patrick, Brett and Betsy's sons Edison and Calvin  

We were very fortunate that a local network was broadcasting the Ohio State - Toledo football game!

Surprised, but very happy, we watched the game...such as it was...70-21.

We both did more household chores afterward and we are closing in on the end of the day. 

Sunset after a rainy day on the Pacific Coast

 

Thanks for reading the blog.  We wish everyone a good night and a happy Sunday!

Keeper's Bill and Teare