Apr 09
Provisioning: shout out to Karl P. and Philip R.
It will take us about a month to cross the ocean to French Polynesia, and reputedly everything is so expensive that you don’t want to buy anything even when you arrive. As a result, we are attempting to pack enough supplies into the boat to last us for a few months.
Karen and I have different priorities when it comes to provisioning. You can read her blog post for her view on the matter. Here is my view on the matter:
This motherlode of beverages was purchased from the generous drinklink contributions of just two individuals: Karl Petzke–a san francisco-based photographer friend of mine (former jefe of mine, before I ran away from work), and Philip R from Karen’s family (the two individuals are not connected; we pooled their drink donations for this monster purchase). I cannot explain how absolutely CRUCIAL this purchase will be to the success of this trip–my thirst is insatiable–especially in this heat–it cannot be emphasized enough! Seriously though, a big thanks to both Karl and Philip–though far away from home, we’re feeling the love and support.
April 9th, 2010 at 8:03 pm
I love it! Alcohol, always a wise choice. We’ll be sure you booze you up when we come visit! Safe travels & love from SF!
April 9th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
I know of at least one ill-fated voyage that had to be cut short when the beer ran out. Looks like you’re in good shape to avoid that sort of crisis.
April 10th, 2010 at 8:49 am
Remember this is for medicinal purposes only.
Have a safe journey across the pacific pond. we will monitor your progress and be prepared to help in the reprovisinng when you get to the south pacific.
April 10th, 2010 at 9:29 am
Matt,
I’m happy to see that your priorities are in the right place. I’m sure Karen will come around.