sky and an evening lighting spectacular over Palas Verde.
I had the 0300 - 0600 watch and I got my second half hour at the helm.
It
Is hard to describe the amazing experience at our newly restored
wheel, looking up through the rig to see the stars - and have a
bright meteor come in over our heads.
Tamara was our Captain for 2nd watch and she talked about many
things maritime with us.
Our watch was quiet - even though we spotted many "contacts" entering
and leaving San Pedro and Long Beach
I knew nothing could top my helm experience, but the sea seems to find
a way. With an orange sun rising over the state we were soon able to
see, and hear a pod of dolphin all around us, getting breakfast. We
shared the same area for some time - a special way to end our watch.
I will post another entry after I get some sleep.
BC
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