We were hailed by Lynda and Bob that they were at the beach, and didn't have the microphone! They went to where we said the store was and couldn't find it. So they wanted to take us into town to find it. I (Marlene) went with them while Roy stayed at the beach. Got to the intersection and they were right -- no Icom store. Well, there is conflicting info on the list and internet. At one time there was a dealer near 5th de Febrero. The dealer I spoke with is near 5th de Mayo. Ooops, about 20 blocks away. Once I called and spoke to the woman (Spanish language only -- somewhat of a challenge) at the store (Fernando was not there), she said "Cinco de Mayo." We hopped right over, picked up the mike, and all was well! Tried out the new mike a few times so far by checking into some of the nets. Was told by one friend that my voice was booming -- and they are in Barra de Navidad, way south on the mainland!
Yesterday Bob and Lynda drove back to our nice beach and we all ordered lunch from the restaurant. The beach has pure white sand and is so shallow that you could wade out in knee high water for maybe as much as 200 yards. After walking the dinghy out quite a way, Roy hopped in and rowed the dinghy even further before the water was deep enough to lower the motor.
We are leaving today to head over to Isla Espiritu Santo.
~~~ Marlene and Roy ~~_/) ~~
