Eric,
Thought I had posted but as it didn't appear, I will repeat as best I can.
In bringing myself up to date with your latest photo posting, I had the thought that you and I could have consumed a high quantity of gas boat coffee exchanging stories of our boating world here in the Thorne Bay/Ketchikan area.
It is truly amazing that we had not crossed paths. Yes, I know your boat and it was at the Ketchikan Yacht Club float that I viewed it on occasion. Always admired the Willard line, lusting for the 36 aft pilot house model, roller or not!!(Trust me, our new acquisition the 27 Marben with round bottom would put the Willard to a test on a aft quarter sea!!)
The photos and log of your voyage is worth a Pulitzer prize award and others would agree.
Noticed your Thorne Bay home listed on the Ktn Daily News pages. Had to be some regrets to leave yet, when the time arrives, the offerings and challenges of the new nest will renew adventure.
Tempted to make a voyage to Tolstoi Bay this week end. My former employer from whom I retired as a Super Cargo, Southeast Stevedoring has been loading log ships from the Cleveland side logging show. The invite to make the trip and visit is welcome however, the NW winds this week end in a 27 foot boat in Clarence is really not a good idea this time of year.
With regrets of not meeting you and yours, I remain
Al- Ketchikan
27 ' Marben