Old Skipper

We had an opportunity to enjoy dinner with Roger and Michele - owners of the Farrier 27 Trimaran that I used to crew on. We were trying to get a sail in - especially since he got some new sails, but as you saw in the previous post, the air was light. I learned a lot about jib and reacher sail management from this guy. I look forward to the next time we meet Roger! I'll have to fly back for one of the long races!

Another Cool Place to Eat

La Cafe Beignet in Biloxi. The Ironman Sandwich was incredible!!! Crusty bread, tasty gouda, and a savory sausage/egg souffle (I think that's what it was). Places like this - restaurants that are not chains, that have some of the best food we've eaten - really make us miss the Gulfport-Biloxi area. Stop in a try some beignets!!!

One of My Favorite Places to Eat

We just spent a couple of days in Gulfport, Mississippi. When in Gulfport, you have to eat at the Half Shell on 49. You just do - Just as good as I remember it...

Last Evening in Gulfport

At this point I was working on my second XX. Having survived a tour as Chief Staff Officer watching nine units train, spend money, deploy and return, and pull shenanigans - I deserved a whole six pack (if not a pony keg).

We had one last dinner at Shaggy's at Pass Christian (our favorite casual dining place) after the movers took away our belongs and we checked out of the house (we'll never have a quick release like that ever again...).

Capt'n Fun (Roger Evans) and Stan-O (and his better half Lisa) came out to say goodbye as well.

I'm going to miss the slower pace of life and the instant beach access life on the Gulf Coast provided. It was a blindingly fast 20 months - thanks for the memories Gulfport!!!