some of its magic, some of its tragic, but he had a good life all the way.
Saw him live on Hilton Head in 1990 at the high school stadium. Only time I’ve ever sat up close at a concert (third row).
Fair winds, following seas, and a safe arrival at that one particular harbor…
True story: I was on the island of Anguilla in 1994, celebrating my 30th birthday with a Windjammer Barefoot cruise on the 4-master Polynesia, when this random dude walks up and says very seriously, “You know, one of these days the Parrotheads are gonna rule the world.”
https://railstales.com/2018/11/24/taking-the-helm-of-a-tall-ship-one-magical-night/
Sweet!!!
Bound to be some Dawgs who love boats as much as they love Buffett and he loved boats. So thought I'd post this write up on the 42 Freeman w/a custom Pilot House fab'd by Merritt Boatworks he commssioned.
Son of a son of a Sailor, what a machine...
Apparently, JB had a case of 12 foot-itis and had a 56 Freeman in the works, as well.
All said, even if you don't like boats, it's a great read about how Buffett related to and treated the people in his world, further enhancing what a terrific person JB was.
https://www.powerandmotoryacht.com/boats/building-buffetts-boat
Excellent read. As a non-boat person, it was very informative.
Good read. Had a Freeman in port at our local marina a few years back. It had just been sold and was being moved up north. Didn't ask but word was it was one of JBs old boats. Capt was a super nice guy and gave me a quick tour while I was gassing up my little skiff. One of the coolest fishing cats I've ever been on. A true fisherman's dream boat if there ever was one.
