Before we left last July 14th, Several of our family and friends asked if we wanted a bon voyage party before leaving on the loop. We told everyone that we would have a grand celebration after we completed our loop adventure. The "Crossing Out Wake" party took place on July 24th at our home marina, Belle Maer Harbor.  We held the festivities in one of the storage buildings. The marina provided tables for sitting and serving.  We catered hot and cold appetizers to go along with the beverages.  With the help of family and friends, we were all set up by four o'clock.  We decorated with the loop map, our white and gold burgees and the state and province flags, which were on our boat.  We were joined by our children, grandchildren, family and friends.  We had a great three hours talking with everyone about our trip as well as catching up on other news.  It was wonderful seeing everyone.  We are glad to be safely home after an adventure we will never forget. This will conclude our Great Loop Adventure Blog. We hope everyone enjoyed following our journey on the blog almost as much as we enjoyed living the adventure.

Final words: 35,000 people run in the Boston Marathon each year. 10,000 people climb mountains over 12,000 feet high. 3,500 people hike the Appalachian Trail. Only 200 people complete the Great Loop each year. Yes, it is an adventure few people attempt and fewer people accomplish.