Category Archives: Local Anchorages

#63: Cruising in Pensacola

Posted on April 18, 2016 by anniedike

Enough with the shipyard!  I think you kids need a little flashback break and a glimpse of what all this hard work is for and the fantastic cruising grounds we have right here in our home port of Pensacola.  Enjoy! … Continue reading →

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#31: The Blues Bring Bad News

Posted on December 16, 2015 by anniedike

A rotten discovery in the bilge brings us the blues during Blue Angles weekend.  Find out what tragedy just made our project list a helluva lot longer and follow along as we knock out these chores and get our boat … Continue reading →

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#20: Progressive Boozer Cruiser

Posted on October 30, 2015 by anniedike

One night.  Eight boats.  And an all-out costume and drink-themed progressive boozer cruiser.  Can you handle this? Thanks to my Patrons who help me share the journey.  Get inspired.  Get on board.

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I Get Delusional …

Posted on July 29, 2015 by anniedike

I think I-mona WIN! That probably needs some context.  It was a legal conference, many moons ago.  Phillip and I were listening to this speaker talk about, well, to be honest I can’t remember what his actual topic was, assuming … Continue reading →

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Something Borrowed, Something Brewed

Posted on July 23, 2015 by anniedike

Alright, (while I can’t confidently speak to the inner-workings of tequila-making), I’m sure it isn’t actually “brewed,” but I needed it to work with my theme.  Just let me run with this. June 5, 2015: We have always found it … Continue reading →

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Instant Pirate — Just Add Rum

Posted on July 15, 2015 by anniedike

Okay, who are we kidding?  He doesn’t need the rum.  He’s always a pirate. May 1, 2015: It’s B!  Our buddy, Bottom-Job Brandon (who has rightfully reminded me anytime I mention his name, I should also mention his company — … Continue reading →

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Buffett Finale – Skirting the Dauphin Island Regatta Storm

Posted on July 1, 2015 by anniedike

April 25, 2015: Since our Buffett debauchery started early, our night ended pretty early, too.  After a few hours hooting and hollering and bopping flying beach balls at the Buffett concert, we were beat. We crashed hard on the boat … Continue reading →

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Bon Buffett Voyage – Day Four: Buffett Brings Debauchery

Posted on June 24, 2015 by anniedike

April 24, 2015: While we love big bunnies and balloon animals as much as anyone, we were far more excited about the night we had ahead.  It was finally time for Buffett’s big debut!  It was Phillip’s birthdday, we had … Continue reading →

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Bon Buffett Voyage Day Three – Burgers, Bunnies, Balloons … Oh My!

Posted on June 17, 2015 by anniedike

April 23, 2015: With a heavy heart, we woke the next morning in Ingram’s Bayou and took down the pyrotechnics, the ukulele amps and the aerial silk rig.  Nooooo!!! But, we were excited to make our way over to The … Continue reading →

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Bon Buffett Voyage – Day Two: Sheer Entertainment

Posted on June 10, 2015 by anniedike

April 22, 2015: I don’t know if you guys can handle this–a dolphin display, an aerial acrobatics show, and a ukulele concert.  Light the flame-throwers, blow the pyrotechnics, it’s time to get RAW! Yeeaaaaahhhhh! Alright, there were no pyrotechnics, but … Continue reading →

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