Day one was great.  10 hours on the water at a mind boggling 6 miles per hour - and we have arrived at a beautiful little river where we left the IntraCoastalWaterway and dropped anchor.  We will make dinner and spend the night here under the full moon.   We saw several schools of dolphin playing along the way (are they schools? or herds? or ??).    Also saw an alligator - and a bald eagle saw us as he watched from a tall post at the edge of the marsh.  
Things we learned today:  1. All boats pass us.  We pass sailboats.  2. Once you put a baseball cap on, you can't take it off all day or your hair looks like swamp grass.  3. A box is better than a tray for carrying lunch up to the helm.  4. Driving this big lug is easier than you think.

Really loved this leisurely, sunny day with a cool breeze and wonderful company.