One of the crazier days in Paradox

As noted, today started out with weather...and ends with more weather. But in between I took a bunch of photos on my way to town, thinking I'd do a blog on my work drive. But I don't have the energy to do it. I also have a project to post for Muff the Magic Dive Boat, Jack's boat, that is for sale. Well, the certificate is for sale actually, the boat comes with it. But I don't have the energy to do that either.

So, what you get is what I can do. I closed the cart minutes before a big squall hit. It was short lived and powerful, enough to send me home. Plenty to do here...but right before I got to the dock I saw this bird walking the shore. I've not seen an egret with this coloring and someone will have to tell me what it is...but it was very beautiful. There is some lack of focus as I was in the dinghy in some pretty bouncy water, but hopefully, the coolness of him will bypass the lack of expertise in the photos.









Now we have three systems looking to eat our lunch (or someone's), so readiness is the watchword. I think there are some tired people tonight...who will be more tired tomorrow. By the time Ana rolls over or below or above us, let alone Bill or the potential Claudette, we'll all be asleep.

Only two of the systems...don't be greedy

I raised a glass to Peter with people who didn't know him but understood his spirit and the reality that it is everyone's loss that he no longer walks among us with his smile. I can't help but believe he's near by with a grin as the storms line up...

More Insanity

Peter des Jardins - St. Croix - February 2009Lost to us August 4, 2009

I just found out about the senseless loss of a good friend of mine on St. Croix. This is all part of the madness...thought I'd see you again, Peter.

Peter Des Jardins Gunned Down in St. Croix Restaurant
By Source Staff
August 5, 2009 — Well-known St. Croix musician, entertainment writer and boat captain Peter Des Jardins was shot and killed Tuesday night.
At about 11:40 p.m. Tuesday, two masked men appeared at the door of a restaurant in Estate St. Peter’s, witnesses told the police. One of them fired two shots, striking Desjardin, and then both fled the scene in a dark-colored sport utility vehicle.
When police responded to the 911 call, witnesses told them Des Jardins was injured. Emergency Medical Technicians examined him and could not find any vital signs, according to the initial police report.
The first suspect was described as short, medium built, with a medium to dark complexion, wearing dark clothing with a white mask or T-shirt covering his head. The second suspect was described as a tall, slim built, with a light complexion, wearing dark clothing, and a white mask or T-shirt covering his head.
Anyone who has information that might be related to this crime can call the Criminal Investigation Bureau at 340-712-6077 or 340-712-6037 or the independent private tip hotline Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.