Two of my regular teammates and I signed up to paddle with a survivor boat looking for a few more women paddlers. The name of the team was Pirates of Pissants (apologies to Gilbert and Sullivan or whoever).
The day consisted of almost 30 heats. All sorts of categories including novice and rec. One of the favorite heats was called the "specimen cup" which consisted of boats sponsored and crewed by local hospitals and clinics.
Most photographs courtesy of Luise's wonderful son who paid a surprise visit from LA to watch her race. He not only took pictures with my camera, he also drove us, hauled our gear, and lent me his jacket. He was also at the dock with high fives at the end of every race. Does Luise know how to raise great kids or what?
My teammates and carpool buddies trying to stay warm and dry in our tent.
Getting ready for our next race with the marshall/cheerleader/comedienne.
Pirates at the dock. Tiller in the back, caller/drummer in the front. Our drummer is a survivor from Southern CA and she got her picture in today's paper.
Towards the finish line.
Our sign draped with our silver medals!
On Coach Bill's boat with our medals.
One special footnote to this whole experience was that Mom, a five year cancer survivor, got to enjoy the day. Thanks Dad for making it easy for her to attend!
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