And we have Toni Ridout also from Dallas, Texas who is joining us for her 3rd season on the J&E Riggin. Annie is very happy to have her helpful hands in the galley!
What did you do over the winter? I did some traveling- I went to Florida, Colorado, Oklahoma, Philadelphia, New York and Boston. I got my STCW certification (Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping) so that I could work on yachts – trained in firefighting and sea rescues.
Why did you decide to come back for another season? It started with phone call to Annie. I went to Florida to get a job on a yacht that would allow me to pay back all my student loans. After my third week there, having done interviews and even a job offer I realized when they asked me “Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Do you see working on a yacht as a career?” that no – I didn’t see myself here. I knew I wanted to be where I was happy working so I called Annie. I bought my plane ticket that night.
Best part about the outfitting part of the season and the sailing? I love hanging out together and getting to know the other crew members. They are delightful this year- I can’t wait! The communal existence we all have is great. I’ve met crew from the Chimes, French, Evans, Bowditch and the Taber – everyone is really nice. Now that I’m a veteran crew member I can make the new crew feel welcome to the area. And while we sail? I love being in the “weeds” – when things get crazy on the boat. Like when we realize we need dessert for 30 people in 30 minutes; all the excitement and keeping it together.
Your sign? Cancer
Food? Really?!?! Munster cheese, brie, oh and Annie’s Roasted Red Wine Potatoes- I could eat those all day!
Color? It’s a tie. I love Cobalt blue, turquoise, and copper
Smell? Ohhhhh, the smell of a book. You know when you go to a used book store and you open a book – that musty paper smell.
If you could go on vacation anywhere, where would you go? Only one place? Venice. I spent three favorite days of my life in Venice. It’s strikingly beautiful. And how cool is it that you get around by boat?!
Tell us something random about you. If I had my choice I’d never wear closed toed shoes – always sandals- which is weird because I love socks and how cozy they feel. And I have a Butter Bell obsession.
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