I’ve hit the rough spot
I’m at the tired part of my rotation now. Every time, it’s the same thing. Week one is adaptation back to the boat life. Weeks two through four the readjustment is over and work goes on as usaul. Around week five or so is the starting to get tired week, which usually consists of some naps at random intervals as the opportunity arrises. Week six the second wind comes in and it’s a mad rush to the finish.
Unfortunately, I’m on an eight week stint this go around. At week six now my body and mind are unsure of what to do. Hopefully the second wind will kick in here soon.
The boat has been an interesting mix of problems as of late. I’ve worked on everything from plumbing to ice machines to a server. It’s certainly been an adventure, if nothing else.
I got to talk to my friend on the Nat Geo Sea Lion last night for a bit on the sat phone. He says that all is well down in Panama, and that they have had a good couple of weeks worth of trips. They will be heading back north here in about 3 weeks for a couple of trips here in Baja. After that they will head up to Alaska. It will be nice to have my old ship running around in the same waters. Hopefully I’ll get to go over for a midnight excursion and a visit up in Alaska, just to say hello.
Two more weeks after this. I’m ready to get home to see the kids and pick up my new van. It should be another great vacation.
