Benzie's gang ✅ @rdaily@qoto.org

15 barge tow pushing up river. About as big as seen on this part of the river. 3 empties and 12 loaded.

Front of tow with the depth transponder and wind flag. Crew runs those out as the tow string is built.

Large string of barges coming upriver out of the lock

Weather station mounted on the deck

Bald eagle flying by the deck caught on the weather cam.
Watched it live as it flew by. Looking out the window at just the right time.

Penn & Teller enjoying the TV show Alone.

Fitted sheets

A little gathering about 30 feet from the deck.

Guinness is Benzie's favorite beer

The US has gone from the envy of the world in healthcare to #61 and #51 in life expectancy during my career. Something has gone terribly wrong.

Life without chocolate

Bones

I can remember when US healthcare was the envy of the world.

Sky on fire over the river

Sunset on the river

Invention of glue

Retiring

Run

Pro auto repair tip

Hobby