Passports In Hand… Again
Our two-month North American tour took us to Canada, Oregon, and California, with seven different places to stay. It was great seeing so many of you and we apologize to those we missed. Upon our departure, we said “Hope to see you again soon” to family and friends, and farewell to things like my bike, slurpees, Taco Bell and great Chinese food.
With passports in hand, we flew out today to find a new home and embark on a new career for Jim in New Zealand. Living on the boat has made us both more comfortable with living on the fly but this is an extreme undertaking for both of us: no car, no home, no furniture and in the very near future I’ll be looking for a job in a down economy in a foreign country where the employment law is so very different than the one I know (AND my profession is based on knowing the employment law!) Many of you have asked, and we’re sorry to report but no, Blue Plains Drifter has not sold and remains at the dock in Australia. There has been interest and a few people came to see her, perhaps planning exotic adventures of their own. Cross your fingers that we can close one chapter soon as the next has already begun.
Although we don’t have a home in New Zealand just yet, our door is always open to visitors. So, if we didn’t catch you stateside (and even if we did) plan to visit us in Hobbit land in the coming year/s!
We wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season!
December 3rd, 2009 at 8:22 pm
Hi guys
Sounds like you are doing great adventures. Good luck to you both. Just opened a office in Mazatlan and it is killing me. Am I stupid or what? Anyway, life is good. Stay healthy and miss me!
Nico
December 3rd, 2009 at 9:13 pm
Hey youse two. ……..your kindred spirit reminds you of your blessed existence which means as extraordinary personage, you will fall on your feet wherever you may be. So go forth, intrepid & undaunted & good fortune will come to you.
I just posted my first video on Facebook. Visit Redmond O Colonies, you will enjoy!!!
December 3rd, 2009 at 11:04 pm
It was super great to see you while you where here and it will be super great to see you when ever the next time may be. Just another adventure for you two. How fun. Since Randy and I have a great fondness for NZ, we can understand why you decided to “land” there. We know you will enjoy all that it and the people have to offer. Good luck on the job hunt and remember I’m always willing to tell them all about your HR skills and how well you work with attorneys….(hee hee). Oh and I’ll be really happy to talk about your antics, opps I really mean accomplishments, while working with me. Here’s to leaving early for 5:00 drinks at the brewery…the only thing that kept me from loosing my sanity some days!!
December 4th, 2009 at 7:22 am
It was great seeing you guys….Jim if you make any money off my “half beer” please send my cut. Best wishes.
December 4th, 2009 at 9:05 am
It was soooo wonderful to see you two. You both are just a breath of fresh air and it is so sad that you won’t be here with us for the holidays. We loved seeing you and getting in touch again. We love you both and are so proud of you! Continue your great adventures in life. It only gets better!
Love,
Boo & Gary
December 4th, 2009 at 1:12 pm
Hi Jim and Tiff,
Thanks for spending some time with us on your way thru Oregon. Had a great time with you guys! Sorry i made you drive Jim, been feeling pretty guilty. Why is it when ever I am with you crazy things happen. “I am going to count to 5″!!! very funny! Anyways, We really enjoyed having you stay over and telling us first hand of your adventures. Hope to vist you in New Zealand someday.
Vince
December 4th, 2009 at 5:47 pm
It was great to see you both, albeit a short visit. Sorry we didn’t get a chance to ride Tiffany. Perhaps you’ll get back into it and when I visit you in NZ we can take a ride. All the best and look forward to seeing you in the coming New Year!
-Mat
December 5th, 2009 at 12:56 pm
It was great seeing you and hearing about some of your adventures. There’s no doubt, the two of you will have a fun life…wherever it takes you! We’ll be eager to hear about your new life in New Zealand and all the interesting things you get involved in. We’ll look forward to your return.
Love,
Suzy
December 5th, 2009 at 1:31 pm
I’m so happy I got to spend some time with you guys. Good luck over the next few months and keep having fun.
December 6th, 2009 at 8:15 am
So sorry we missed you on your North American Tour. Obviously, we will need to visit you in your new Kiwi home!
December 6th, 2009 at 4:04 pm
It was graet seeing you both while you were here. Spending time on a :school night” in Sausalito was the tops! You know that they say that the two happiest days of a boat owners life are: “the day you buy the boat and the day that you sell the boat” - you are half way to nirvana! Safe travels to Wellington and beyond. Hope to see you there soon!! Dianna and Lisa
December 9th, 2009 at 7:25 am
Hello Tiff,
I’m somewhat glad that I don’t have to worry over here in cold germany about pirates, storms etc and how you will be coping with all that. On the other hand it is my only wish that the diary will continue until Jim and you are old, grey and living in a residence for elderly people?
Take care and the best of luck for the job search.
Gitte
December 9th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
I wish you the best of luck in this new chapter. I look forward to the book (in case the HR thing does not materalize in the near future), there has got to be a best seller there somewhere.
I probably will not get the New Zealand anytime soon, so keep in touch and the next time you are in the beautiful Northwest US (Bellingham, Wa) we can get together.
Again, best Wishes,
Len