Can you believe the size of these shrimp? They taste great too!
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
The Nineveh is Christened
As many of those close to us know, we have been living on our sailboat for 4 years. And for 4 years we have left the original name, "Das Boot", on the boat while we wait to get the bottom job done. It has been "Das Boot" since it was created in 1981. We had always planned on changing the name, we just never had the opportunity.
When we left Knoxville in 2006 to travel to Memphis on the Tennessee River, Ohio River and the Mississippi River we thought we would be able to change the name. This was unfortunately not the case. So we had to wait until we left Memphis.
When we planned on leaving Memphis in October of 2008 we had the boat blessed by our priest and close friend. I would like to think that the blessing helped us on our journey down the Mississippi river and will for the rest of our adventures.
Now that we have had the hull redone and the boat blessed, we've removed the old name from the hull and have replaced it with "The Nineveh." To complete the transformation we needed to christen the boat. This consists of pouring champagne down the anchor and into the sea in order to appease the sea gods. Some say there is more to it, we decided to stay with the champagne blessing. Hopefully the champagne will flow from the bayou to the sea in some form or fashion.
Will helps in christening the boat.
Sea gods appeased!
When we left Knoxville in 2006 to travel to Memphis on the Tennessee River, Ohio River and the Mississippi River we thought we would be able to change the name. This was unfortunately not the case. So we had to wait until we left Memphis.
When we planned on leaving Memphis in October of 2008 we had the boat blessed by our priest and close friend. I would like to think that the blessing helped us on our journey down the Mississippi river and will for the rest of our adventures.
Now that we have had the hull redone and the boat blessed, we've removed the old name from the hull and have replaced it with "The Nineveh." To complete the transformation we needed to christen the boat. This consists of pouring champagne down the anchor and into the sea in order to appease the sea gods. Some say there is more to it, we decided to stay with the champagne blessing. Hopefully the champagne will flow from the bayou to the sea in some form or fashion.
Will helps in christening the boat. Sea gods appeased! FAREWELL NEW ORLEANS
We must say "Goodbye" to New Orleans and to Schuberts Marine. They did a great job on our hull and are incredibly helpful with everything! We were sad to leave, but we needed to get to a marina. We can't stay at a shipyard the rest of our stay right?
So we hopped the pond on the 28th of February to Slidell, LA. We decided to stay at Bayou Bon Fouca - definitely different from New Orleans, but really neat! A cold front was coming through, and I was a little under the weather so the pressure difference was exemplified in my ears; luckily we were able to out-run it!! Josh is a great captain and steared us wonderfully.
Some waves we ran into.
Here is the mouth of the Bayou - Lake Pontchatrain is beyond.
We get to see an alligator our second day at the marina. We were told that when the water goes down, the gators come out to warm up. Apparently this is a small gator, 6 feet or so in length, and at night the big ones come out, about 14 feet or more in length. I was excited about exploring the Bayou with Josh and Will in our dinghy, but now I'm not so sure . . . .
So we hopped the pond on the 28th of February to Slidell, LA. We decided to stay at Bayou Bon Fouca - definitely different from New Orleans, but really neat! A cold front was coming through, and I was a little under the weather so the pressure difference was exemplified in my ears; luckily we were able to out-run it!! Josh is a great captain and steared us wonderfully.
Some waves we ran into.Our first mate and great helper. Will did great - he loves the wind in his hair.
Here is the mouth of the Bayou - Lake Pontchatrain is beyond.We get to see an alligator our second day at the marina. We were told that when the water goes down, the gators come out to warm up. Apparently this is a small gator, 6 feet or so in length, and at night the big ones come out, about 14 feet or more in length. I was excited about exploring the Bayou with Josh and Will in our dinghy, but now I'm not so sure . . . .The alligator close up - I think the reflection is nice.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - FLYIN' HIGH
Josh had to get a few things done to the masts - change out an anchor light, add some line, change out some instruments, etc. Usually he does this with a top climber; this time Schuberts Marine offered to lift him via crane. Being the thrill lover that Josh is, he accepted.
Almost there!
Just a little further!
Looks like he is enjoying himself!
Almost there! 
Just a little further!
Looks like he is enjoying himself!Thursday, February 12, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - FUN TIMES
New Orleans has been very good to us. We've been able to walk all around downtown and enjoy the pleasant weather and sites. We were even able to make a Mardi Gras parade - the Krewe du Vieux.
One of many telephone poles that doubles as a sign post.
Will enjoys the fountain at the Royal Cafe Blend - great place!
Just for fun!
The beginning of the parade.
Will enjoys his first Mardi Gras parade!
NEW ORLEANS - FIRST SAIL
Saturday January 31st was a nice day for sailing. The wind was at 5-10 knots, the temperature was in the high 60s and it was clear skies! So off we went making between 1.5 and 3 knots under sail. It was quite pleasant!
The main under sail.
The mezzine under sail.
Our first boat race - there are two sailboats behind us. They never did catch up to us!
The main under sail.
The mezzine under sail.
Our first boat race - there are two sailboats behind us. They never did catch up to us!Sunday, February 1, 2009
NEW ORLEANS - SCHUBERTS
Yay! Schubert's Marine - they are so sweet and helpful. Absolutely some of the most personable people we have ever met.
Here we are, all docked up.
A nice bridge in the park across from Schuberts. Schuberts is located at the West End park - it's very nice and is quite pedestrian friendly.
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