Bright and early Wednesday morning, which for old codgers is about 10 a.m., I'm heading for the boat to set sail down Chesapeake Bay. The new medications have produced incredible results, I can go most of the day without supplemental oxygen, and I am able to sing and play the keyboard now without running out of wind. Unfortunately, my back is shot to Hell, so going back to the grind will definitely not happen in this life.

Talked on the telephone with Don Mason this evening, we didn't solve all the world's problems, but wish we could. Don suggested a new song for me, one that I had heard many years ago, but never performed. The song kinda reminds me a bit of myself, especially the title, Till I'm Too Old To Die Young. In my mind, I sometimes still feel like I could do the things I did when I was 17 years old, but the damned mind keeps making appointments the body cannot keep. I listened to the song on You Tube, and 30 minutes later I recorded it directly on the PSR-S950, one shot, no editing. And, this was after a 12 ounce, Green Coconut Margaretta, and a half glass of Jim Beam Honey Bourbon. Here's my rendition of Till I'm Too Old To Die Young

I'll try to keep everyone posted as to where I am while sailing south, post some photos and vids, and I won't be coming back till I feel like it. Where I'll end up, I don't really know at this time, no particular destination in mind, just gonna sail to Saint Somewhere, catch some fish for supper, and enjoy life.

Cheers,

Gary

Make sure you take your May Day radio with you..

We don't want to find you adrift two weeks from now..

Gary, I hope this isn't a solo trip ...
Safe travels ...

Safe trip Gary

Have a great time Gary and make sure you look after yourself. Awesome to hear you health is improving.

Gary,

Safe trip, take it easy !

South huh? You know how to get here...but be forewarned...it is hot enough here to cook on the sidewalks. Above all....be safe!
Eddie

I knew it --ya can't keep a good man down. (smile)

My friend said: "leave the music business before it leaves you".
There is a bit of wisdom in that.

You have music in you AND you have a boat -- not many musicians get that far. You are in a good place my friend.

John C.

Thanks everyone for the well wishes, and yes, I am sailing alone on this trip - everyone else had to work, and Carol is not as insane as I am. However, I will meet with many friends along the way, and I probably won't leave the confines of Chesapeake Bay unless the weather really cooperates, then I may exit the bay and head north for New England this time (sorry Eddie - Florida is a winter destination).

All the best,

Gary

Be well, and keep the photos coming. an, I wish I had the *alls to do something like that!


Russ