week 39, post 1: dolphins at play

Last week I took Tia, the photojournalist who's with us, to Grand Isle. She intended to go out kayaking with Ken, the guide, and do photos of the marsh, Grand Isle, and perhaps the dolphins. High breezes from the east make Kayaking a real challenge, so they stayed ashore while I stayed busy with clients. But Ken put in a good word with the right people, and Andy and Sue agreed to put together a party to sailing after work. So Ken, Pastor Regina, Tia and I were treated to a wonderful evening sailing trip -- dolphins included.

I learned one way that dolphins appear to play. They catch a fish, bring it to the surface, and toss it into the air, then catch it. In my youth, I was discouraged from "playing with my food," and I don't know if PETA has picketed the vile dolphins for their cruelty. But it was great fun to watch.

Some minor boat maintenance dictated that we run aground on a sand bar while Andy scraped barnacles from the prop shaft. It provided an excellent opportunity to swim, and Tia and I availed ourselves of it. Great fun, even after some mysterious creature brushed against my leg!

We were then treated to a beautiful sunset, with a shrimp boat in the foreground for added effect. Such blessings!

Dolphin, swim and sunset pictures to follow.
Peace, Warren.