Memsahib crossed her wake yesterday at the Statue of Liberty, the start and finish for us lucky New England Loopers.
It was a great moment during a hard 13-hour, 95-mile push from Manasquan, NJ to Norwalk, CT with Tropical Storm Andrea chasing us into Norwalk Cove Marina last night.
Thanks to Memsahib, a good old 52-year-old wooden boat who kept us safe and secure the whole way. And thanks to my crew — Molly, Fredi, Bjorn, Pat, Ray, Eric, Sparta and most of all John — my son, my friend and the best crewman I will ever have.
The Loop is done, but the Voyage continues, arriving at our home port of Guilford Yacht Club Sunday afternoon — Andrea permitting.
The best Looper crew ever.
For one nanosecond, this guy was the happiest person in the world.
It’s official — we’re gold loopers!
Memsahib's Voyage 
Jun 07, 2013 @ 15:55:19
Paul: I have really enjoyed this blog. You are a wonderful writer – trained by the best, no doubt — and a photographer with an excellent eye that provided more than the standard post card photo ops. Mostly, I enjoyed seeing parts of the country I have never seen before from a watery point of view I doubt I will ever have on my own. Take care. And have a safe trip home. Dirk
Jun 07, 2013 @ 19:37:30
A huge congratulations to you and John on LOOPING! What a great experience to have with your son. I’ll miss the blog and your terrific writing and pictures.
Naval signal flags–BRAVO ZULU! (Well Done)
Jun 08, 2013 @ 12:21:21
Congrats….. Nice Blog, nice vessel. Peace.
Jun 08, 2013 @ 21:35:08
Congratulations on the successful completion of your journey! After hearing years ago of your dream, then a few years ago of your plans, having the opportunity to visit with you while you were en route, it’s great to hear that you have done it!