The First of Many Days to Come at My Marina's Tiki Bar

The Colour Guards go to Church

The Washington National Cathedral specifically for the 69th "Kirkin' of the Tartans" which celebrates Scottish heritage by getting the plaids we wear blessed each year.

I carried "Old Glory" and ensured she came to no harm before reading Psalm 67 from the very pulpit presidents and popes have used in past years.

...and no lightning strikes.

Well I didn't forget everything...

...about foredeck on a J24.

Out for a few hours in a waning storm. Racing starts in 2 weeks.

View from my "office."

Ah the end of another workday. Time for a coldie.

I heard the Pipes from the Hill

With its blossom in full display, this Cherry Tree frames a spotlit US Capitol. From the steps of the Capitol I heard the bagpipes on the balcony of the Rayburn Building where a reception featuring the caucus of senators and congressmen promoting and supporting Scottish American cooperation was held. There was good fellowship, fine whiskey, great music and of course tartan plaid in celebration of the national Scottish-American holiday, Tartan Day. Tartan Day is April 6th the anniversary of the
Declaration of Arbroath.

Sweetwater Season Begins

My favorite outdoor bar begins its season today.

At the Victory Party - Winning the "Cherry Blossom Regatta"

In a blustery but sunny end to the Cherry Blossom Festival, the annual DISC Cherry Blossom Regatta tested boats and bodies in gusts up to 23kts. Mainsail either in the water or flapping in the wind, S/V Rebecca got her 7.5kts on to win line honors in both races run. Lots of round ups and very wet but not too cold.

Kudos to Martin (Killer Tailer) and Henry (Killer Tiller).

Live slow...sail fast!