Ahoy, Mate! Climb aboard. The Navy is ready to set sail! Well, not set sail….start paddling…..and it’s not the Navy….it’s me and JAM and our friend Laurie. New York City does an outstanding job providing for its citizens and one of the many things provided is kayaking in the Hudson River. It’s free, it’s fun,... Continue Reading →
Great North River Tug Boat Games
Jerry woke up at 4 AM. I mistakenly set my alarm for 4:50. When it went off, Jerry was still awake. We laid there talking about our plans, both too excited to sleep. We were stoked because today was the day of the Tug Boat races. Move over, Popeye! We’re coming aboard! We weren’t going... Continue Reading →
Then and Now
We have been on a history kick. Growing up in Oklahoma, I remember studying about the 5 Civilized Tribes, the grapes of wrath, and the Alamo. I did pay attention to the U.S. history, but it seemed like something that happened far away and long ago, like the history of Greeks and Romans. Mostly I... Continue Reading →