So Long Until the Lights Come Back On

Rick Spilman

Location: Jersey City, New Jersey, USA
Birthday: March 25

Bio: I am the author of a nautical thriller set in the last days of sail, Hell Around the Horn. I also the host of the Old Salt Blog. I have a background in ship operations, banking and corporate communications. I am an avid sailor and kayaker.

MY RECENT POSTS

Sailor Dies in Artemis Racing AC72 Capsize Practicing for the America’s Cup
May 09, 2013 06:23PM
South Street Seaport Museum’s Schooner Pioneer Sails Again
May 09, 2013 09:45AM
Container/Ro-Ro Ship Jolly Nero Topples Genoa Port Tower, At Least 7 Dead
May 08, 2013 10:22AM
Cannibalism on Land and Sea
May 07, 2013 08:49AM
Voyage of the Mobro 4000 – Wandering Garbage Barge Helps Usher in the Era of Recycling
May 06, 2013 07:23AM

MY RECENT COMMENTS

“I can agree on the dating of Shakespeare's plays. Nevertheless I think a strong c…”
May 27, 2012 05:19PM
“One of Shakespeare's three "shipwreck" plays, the Tempest, is believed…”
May 23, 2012 04:58PM
“No I haven't. I'll have to check it out. Thanks.”
May 22, 2012 11:22AM
“I agree. I am really looking forward to seeing the Dragon under sail.”
May 20, 2012 02:13PM
“That is probably why they need to offer such a large reward.”
April 19, 2012 07:22PM

Rick Spilman's Links

MY LINKS: $4.95/mo Web Hosting; My novel - Hell Around the Horn; The Old Salt Blog

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OCTOBER 30, 2012 3:19PM

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Here on the west bank of the Hudson, we were in the path of Hurricane Sandy’s storm surge and winds. Though we came very close to flooding we didn’t quite go under. (We were very lucky.) We are have food, water and shelter. All we lack is phone, electricity and internet. So untill the lights go on, I will be difficult to contact. I have posts cued up for the next few days and wish everyone a good week.