My First Day of Class


Today was my first day of MOCC training. We did some classroom work in the morning, and then the afternoon we went over to the water inside the harbor. I had studied the book pretty good before I went. I was a little concerned about them knots, but I knew I had to get it … Continue reading My First Day of Class

First Full Day in Hawai’i


As suspected, I woke up early due to the time change. Never mind the exhausting day before... I still woke up at 5 AM this morning. I laid around until 6 or so and took a shower. Most everyone else was up and heading to the office. Time for a road trip! I was not … Continue reading First Full Day in Hawai’i

Off to Hawai’i!!!


I am writing this as I travel to Hawaii for the first time. I have been on a plane this size before, but it is still odd being on a plane that holds nearly 300 people and it is full. I will update these entries when I can, but they will possibly and probably not … Continue reading Off to Hawai’i!!!

A New Year Closes In…


Well, another year is in the books in just a few days. A new year always seems like a rebirth to me... not sure why. Perhaps it is all of the "year in review" crap on all the news websites, or maybe it could be all of the threats of "resolutions" that always fail. I … Continue reading A New Year Closes In…

Trip to South Dakota


I went to South Dakota last week to see my youngest daughter graduate from college with a Bachelor's Degree in Science... a huge milestone in a person's life that no one can ever take away or minimize. I do have to say congratulations to you, Meghan. I am so proud of your accomplishment. I flew … Continue reading Trip to South Dakota