I'm Alive!

Well, it has been a while since an update! At least it shows that we have been a busy, busy boat. The 5-day trip down from Norfolk, VA to Ft. Lauderdale, FL was a success, as I am alive and well to write this now. The trip was a good test for the Weatherbird, as our 2nd day out to sea we encountered a little rough weather. The sunsets and rises were breathtaking and dolphins greated us in our wake almost everyday. For the most of the duration, the waters were calm and those off watch started early on their tans out on the deck, I presume so as not to scare the sun-soaked Floridians with our paleness, when we pulled in dock. Our vessel and operations have attracted various peoples around the docks, i'm thinking reasons being (1) we're a cool crew and look fun to hang out with, or (2) the Weatherbird is surrounded by million-dollar yachts and obviously stands out. Regardless, the yachties (as i've been calling them) are interested and enthusiastic to learn more about our project and upcoming expedition. We have even had some yachties walking up with resumes in hand after learning what we are all about. Awesome! All in all, I have determined and observed that the following applies to most of the crew, I (us) work better in warm and sunny weather! Having lived in Norfolk's Lyon's Shipyard for 2 months, I am glad to have moved south. I will, however, keep the memories of the ol' dirt and gravel yard, the hard work in the freezing cold, slamming Dave's finger in the car door (can't forget that one) and the after-work beers out of a cooler, sittin' on the back of a pick-up truck, in the parking lot, with the ol' yard workers and their intellectual conversations. Good times!