Shiver me timbers, hardy har har. Me favorite pint glass is headed for Davy Jones’ locker.

What seems like a million years ago, before we all had even heard of COVID-19, the Columbia Pint Night Crew met every Wednesday night at Frisco Tap House and each of us usually collected a free pint glass. After a few years of accruing glasses, we were all up to our ears in glassware.

Thanks to my pint night collection, cabinet space in the Adventures’ household was limited. Friends would only laugh when I offered them another pint glass. I turned to eBay and Craig’s list to sell them with limited success. I did have one amazing experience when a Heavy Seas Pirate Map pint glass lured 2 eBayers into a bidding war. That glass sold for $42! (note: this story only gets better with age. This fish tale has grown over the years. But hey, this is my story and I’m sticking to $42.)

It is a very cool glass. Despite the success on eBay, I decided to keep one for my own drinking pleasure. I’ve enjoyed drinking everything from water to beer in that glass for many years. But sadly, today, this beautiful, trusted friend has seen its last day in my cupboard.

As I was enjoying a delicious Grapefruit Sculpin, I happened to notice a large gouge in my glass. It’s the kind of nick that can slice a lip wide open. It’s deep and dangerous, so this cherished “family heirloom” has bit the bucket.

Farewell old friend. It has been a pleasure sailing with you.

Cheers!

Warren