I almost forgot, but after spending most of the morning un-fouling my anchor, I realized today was the Marine Corps Birthday, 235 years. For those of you who might not know, the Marine Corps Emblem includes a fouled anchor, i.e., we're fighters, not sailors. Even though I've mellowed with the years, I still have trouble with fouled anchors.
I guess I'll have to see if I can find any other Marines in the area and drink a toast tonight.
Semper fi...
10 November 2010
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