Wind from every direction the past 24. Big surf last night about 2, motivating us to take flashlights into the night to make sure the dingys, kayaks, and pier were not being further abused. Brisk, cool wind from the west now, but a midday interval of calm which permitted the near completion of pier repairs.

Above is a view of Sandy Beach during last week's blow. Thanks to Pat Hess for this photo.

And, here the pier, almost fully restored, with only the on-ramp to go. Now (with a few longer poles) a foot or more above our very high water.

And here, the farm jack (with custom extension) that makes pier work much easier.