"I signed the petition also. Maybe it will help"

"I agree, Deenai. I rewatched it, too, and Jake was definately in withdrawal. Not the "old" Jake at all. So very, very sad. I hope he is getting treatment, too. I have started a new thread to continue this discussion since this is the wrong place to put it. Last night, didn't even realize I was on the Northwestern site. Sorry. :-)"

"Ok, my first list. Here goes nothing:

You think that those fancy steel water bottles are named after our captain and write to the company complaining that they spelled the name wrong. It's SIG, not SIGG dangit!

If you smoke, you prefer to light up with a blowtorch than with a lighter or matches.

Your favorite winter activity is not being huddled up at home with hot chocolate or brandy and watching DVD's all day, but rushing outside in the cold and snow and ice to make snow angels.

If you do happen to veg out with DVD's then they are all five seasons of Deadliest Catch. Scenes of the Northwestern and her crew are rewound and watched over and over and over again.

Your cousin who barely talks during any holiday party is now known as Sling Blade.

You cannot tolerate any brand of frozen seafood other than Captain Sig's treats or the Trident Brand.

Northwestern Rogue Ale is your adult beverage of choice.

When settling an argument, instead of having a reasoned debate, you dare your opponent and yourself to go bite the head off a herring. Whoever pukes first is the loser.

If you are male, icicles in one's facial hair is a sign of pride.

Male or female, hair gel is for wussies.

Pranks on friends and family are signs of affections.

You never get seasick.

Bon Jovi's "Wanted Dead or Alive" is your ringtone on your cell phone and any picture of the crew sorting crab is your desktop wallpaper.

You really, really, love your happy place."

"I just wanted to tell you that you were really good on getting Jake home. Thanks for showing a side of you that not a lot of people get to see. Also, I want to know why you NEVER see women on your ship? I would LOVE to go out once with you all and make the money like a newbee and try it out. One day if you want to give me a chance I would love to try. Thanks and hope you and all your crew aresafe for the holidays."

"Not sure if his dad was born there but he is Norwegian and his wife also I do believe"