Thursday, July 26, 2007

And We're Off!

After the ride down to Solomon's Island we got to know the crew of the Mildred Belle. Each of us got a nickname... most of which were quickly forgotten, except for the nickname of our captain, "Joe the Jerk." (This of course does not reflect our actual opinions!) We boarded the boat and made our way to our first campsite. We learned a lot about the boat on the first day and learned that we will be in charge of navigating the boat all by ourselves! After setting up camp at beautiful Jefferson Patterson Park, we played frisbee and learned the essentials of our campsite. In the morning we hiked to a replica of an indian camp ground and looked at the architecture. Currently we are on our way to Point Lookout- the 2nd most haunted place in the USA (we don't know what #1 is). Everyone in the Port lookout is currently rotating shifts of manning the helm, navigating, and being on lookout. I will try to get pictures and more updates online shortly!
Mildred Belle signing out!

14 comments:

amma said...

Arjun....sounds like you are all having a great time, seeing so much and learning alot....can't wait to see the pictures too!!! take care, amma and nina

Shruthi said...

Shruthi says, what are you guys upto.

Shruthi said...

We are eagerly waiting to view some pictures. How was Day 2 ?

Kimberly said...

Hello there Miss R (Rebekah)! I see you went to the haunted spot. I bet you liked that. Hope you are feeling okay. Kitty-cat and Shishkabob say hello. Would you like to bring home a jellyfish to keep as a pet? Raspberries to you and your mates, Mom

Kimberly said...

Rebekah.. did you experience any paranormal activity like that Most Haunted skit on SNL? Keep a good watch. Luv, Dad.

amma said...

amma says: 4 days already gone, how's it going? anymore haunted places? everyone says hi, avva and thatha too!!! take care, amma

amma said...

arjun, 4 days already!! how's the tent? anymore haunted places? everyone says hi, avva and thatha too!! take care, amma

kalapu said...

arjun and anirudh, hope you guys are having a blast time on the water and camping! your little cousins said hi! luv, Kalpana Pinni (aunt)and family

Darcy said...

Hi Melissa,
It sounds like you all are having SOOOO much fun! We REALLY would like to see some pictures. Have you become a pirate yet? Everyone says "Hi" and your sister says "Meow". Can't wait for an update.
Love Ya,
Mom,Dad & Mike

crazymothercooker said...

george,
luc wants to know if you saw the wild ponies yet?
we are logging in whenever we can to follow mildred belle and read about what you guys are doing. would love to read some more and see some pictures...how about it?
miss u
m. and luc

jonandfay said...

Sean, hope your having fun! Did you see any ghosts at Point Lookout? Are you learning about working the ship and camping out? We want to see lots of pictures of what you are all doing! Ryan is excited for you to see your presents! We, including Dash and Pumpkin, hope you are having a great time! Did you get your package before you left? Mom, Dad, Ryan

amma said...

arjun--day 5 already!!! love to see some pictures!!! Avva and thatha say hi from beijing! take care, amma

crazymothercooker said...

ok - i think we've been all very patient with you guys...give us some updates, would you pls.
and some pictures.
m.

amma said...

arjun---I heard you guys were fine, sounds like you are having a great time, hope to see an update, even if we don't get a picture!!!
take care, amma