Setting sail today--Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving! Among the things I'm thankful for today is not getting blown off the dock yesterday, when winds swept a more petite colleague--a poet in residence, actually-off her feet, like Mary Poppins. The dock was closed so cargo could not be loaded onto the LM Gould vessel, my 215-feet-long home for the next four days.

So we're now scheduled to leave at 2p today. I'm soon off for a jog through this clean and friendly city to brace my body and mind for the tumultuous voyage. Here's a photo of me newly outfitted in U.S. government-ordered Extreme Cold Weather gear.

Much love to all, and enjoy family, friends, turkey (tofurkey for some?) and relaxation--at least for today, those of you in the U.S.

Comments

[Jenny]

I am so jealous of the poet-in-residence! I'm reading Ruth Stone right now who writes many poems which include the beauty of science. It can't be her since she is 95 now.... ; )

[Tom Yulsman]

Bon voyage Susan! Looking forward to all of your tales of adventure from WAAAAAAY down under.

[Wendy Redal]

Hi Susan!

Wondering how your blustery voyage is going so far... While I'm massively envious of what lies ahead for you, I am NOT the least bit wishing to be in your place for the Drake crossing!! Hang in there. Looking forward to more posts soon.

XOXO,

Wendy

[Therese Moran]

Hi Suze,

It is so wonderful to follow your adventures so far. What an amazing adventure!!!
And I am so happy to hear that you are feeling well thus far.
We missed you deeply Thanksgiving, but enjoyed reading your blog all together and
imagining your life right now.

Adventure on,

much love,

therese