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!

Redneck Yacht Club Apres Voile

Dinner at "Jim's" (Hard Times Cafe) after a shakedown of the RNYC's new boat, S/V GitRDone. Chili is just the thing for chilly.

Sunny Sunday and my own private waterfront bar.

Snow on the boat

A day after the marina got 8" of snow.

Every Dog has his Day