The Bard of Moosehaven

05/04/2024

29/03/2024

Mission BBQ

There is a BBQ restaurant that is on a real Mission

to the hospitality industry they exemplify the best tradition

Across this great nation there message is we are here to serve

ensuring that our veterans are never again thrown to the curve

Each day at noon for our national anthem we do stand

for those in need there is always a helping hand

There greatest mission is to see no veteran is left behind

making a stop you will see it is one of a special kind

A meal can turn into hour long journey back in time

as you find yourself seeing a buddy from maritime

It is such a special place for all who took the oath and swore

filled with so many pleasures something for all to endure

Yet in their meaningful way reminders that war is hell

with a warmth and prayer for all who fought and fell

We send our thanks to the kindness of employees all

knowing that so many of you were with us in every brawl

The Bard of Moosehaven

Everett C Goodwin

25/03/2024

My hometown of Marblehead, Everett C Goodwin your Bard

23/03/2024

A job well done

23/03/2024

Fort Sewall, Marblehead Ma, the Bradish were chasing the USS Constitution, they navigated in under the protection of the Fort, what the Bradish didn't know there was powder at the fort to fire their cannons that day.

20/03/2024

Nantucket/LV-112 was on station during the Andrea Doria sinking, July 26, 1956, is one of two USCG vessels involved in the tragedy that are still afloat. Although LV-112 did not participate in the actual rescuing of passengers, due to its distance from the collision site and station restrictions, it served the important role of monitoring radio communications with the rescue vessels. The only other USCG vessel believed to be in existence is the buoy tender, USCGC Hornbeam (WLB-394), which was also used as a supply ship to Nantucket/LV-112. Note: Upon its decommissioning in 1999, the Hornbeam's name was changed after being purchased privately.

{The above story is not quite accurate}

Nantucket/LV-112 left Boston that afternoon, the Relief Lightship was on station, we were getting close when the Stokholm of collided with the Andrea Doria, this was July 25 1956 at 11:10 PM, Chief Warrant John H Bunting of Ocean City, MD was the skipper of the Nantucket.

The radio traffic was heavy after the collision, we all gathered around the bridge, the Hornbeam and another buoy tender were alerted and got underway, an idea was floated to get the buoy tenders there ASAP to hold the Andrea Doria from lisping so they could launch their lifeboats.

Captain Bunting sent a message to go as were closes and more powerful than the buoy tenders as we could fire up all four boilers, it was denied as the powers tobe were afraid other shipping would see us, take a wrong bearing off of us and wind up on the fearsome Nantucket Shoals.

Due to heavy fog we could not take up station until the next morning, the relief lightship headed for Boston, that morning, I was out on deck, it was still foggy when I spotted topsail sticking up in the low wispy fog bank, then a bowsprit came out of the fog, it was the USCG Eagle in full sail with an eerie fog and sun behind her, me with no camera.

Later that day we could hear the Coast Guard Cutters firing their guns breaking up debris that could have been a menace to navigation.
Everett C Goodwin CS2-BM2
Nantucket Lightship
August 1955 – June 1957
We set a record of 22 straight days with the foghorn blaring

19/03/2024

Only two ships ever made a National Treasure, i served on the Nantucket Lightship from August of 1955 until June of 1955, Everett C Goodwin

19/03/2024

Our servers go above and beyond to make dining a pleasure

Menus are on our tables with boxes to cheque
meals so great we hardly leave a speck

Moving table to table ensuring of our every need
sitting next to those who may need a specialized feed

Host and Hostess could show up the elite
to them we will always send a special tweet

Deserts always seem to put a smile on all faces
on our plates a tidbit there is neary any traces

To those ailing in rooms meals they do deliver
with tenderness and warmth all sends a sweet shiver

To each dining experience they add so much class
we all wish to rise and with a toast lift our glass

They touch each life in such a positive way
we look forward to seeing each brand new day

Each team at Moosehaven is unique on their own
other facilities could learn if they would only clone

A tip of the antlers to each and every one
for such a fantastic job I say bravo and well done

Everett C Goodwin
Your Bard in awe

18/03/2024

Miss Nettie a 50 year employee at Moosehaven

With a gracious smile she always will give you a wave
if down in the dumps your day she will save

Exceptional at cooking, cleaning and seeing were well dressed
over the years hundreds of residents she has blessed

She has the charm and radiance of a saint
a personality in her own way that is so quaint

There is such a quiet efficiency in her work
there has never been a task that she would shirk

The beautiful Miss Nettie Is a friend to all
a little above us she stands so tall

Her boss she knows how to keep in line
yet to him she will never quine

Each evening in our prayer she has a special place
she deserves more than a dozen red roses in a vase

Everett C Goodwin
ThThe Bard of Moosehaven

18/03/2024

It's taken 87 years for some sense and sensibility to set in

Time has caught up with me so I must slow down
Jack who learned the hard way and broke his crown

Age means nothing its your body that is in control
keeping it active get out of the chair and take a stroll

Exercise and diet will give us so much more time
back to bicycling someday I shall slowly climb

Moderation is the newest game in my life
at Moosehaven we are allowed to do this without strife

From time to time setbacks there will be
then those great days that are full of glee

Of a perfect landing into heaven I have been cleared
for a true and honest life I've always steared

I'll be at the helm when I cross over the bar
to the East my course is set to our brightest star

The Bard of Moosehaven

17/03/2024

Marblehead Massachusetts Naval History

Marblehead – Birthplace of the American Navy.
General John Glover’s Marblehead Regiment rowing Washington’s Army across the Delaware for the famous Christmas night surprise attack on the British and their Hessian mercenaries.
The USS Constitution’s visits to Marblehead, with a video about the Constitution and her 1997 visit to Marblehead, when she sailed under her own power for the first time in over 100 years.
Marblehead’s many naval heroes and the US Navy ships named for them. It is believed that no other town or city has as many ships named for its naval heroes.
The three USS Marbleheads
The Civil war gunboat
The Spanish American War cruiser C11
The WWII light cruiser C-12
Marblehead – birthplace of Marine Corp Aviation and home of early aviation pioneer W. Starling Burgess and the Burgess airplane factories.

One of America’s most iconic paintings can be seen in the Selectmen’s Room at Abbot Hall. The Spirit of ’76, originally titled Yankee Doodle, was painted by Archibald M. Willard, of Cleveland Ohio for exhibit in Philadelphia during the 1876 centennial celebrations. Although Willard subsequently created a number of copies of the painting, this is the original.
Birthplace of the American Navy:
Marblehead proudly claims to be the birthplace of the American Navy. On September 2, 1775, George Washington commissioned a Marblehead man, Captain Nicholas Broughton, a Marblehead ship named the Hannah, and a Marblehead crew into the service of the United Colonies of North America. This historic event marked a significant step in the formation of the American Navy1.
2. General John Glover’s Marblehead Regiment:
During the American Revolutionary War, General John Glover’s Marblehead Regiment played a crucial role. They rowed George Washington’s Army across the Delaware River for the famous Christmas night surprise attack on the British and their Hessian mercenaries. This daring maneuver became a pivotal moment in American history2.
3. USS Marblehead (CL-12):
The USS Marblehead, a light cruiser, was commissioned in 1923. She was part of the Omaha-class cruisers and had a distinctive appearance with her four smokestacks. Her service spanned various periods, including World War II. Marblehead served valiantly, leaving an indelible mark on naval history34.
4. Marblehead I (ScGbt):
The first USS Marblehead, launched in 1861, participated in operations along the York and Pamunkey Rivers during the American Civil War. Lt. Comdr. Somerville Nicholson commanded her, and she contributed significantly to the Union cause5.
5. Marine Corps Aviation and Early Aviation Pioneer:
Marblehead is also the birthplace of Marine Corps Aviation. It was home to early aviation pioneer W. Starling Burgess and the Burgess airplane factories. The town’s connection to aviation history is a testament to its enduring legacy2

16/03/2024

MarbleheadBootleggers during Provision
Whenmy brother Fred Peach Goodwin and I were young our father took usclamming on the small beach at Naugus Head, we passed some old cabinsor summer sheds as he called them.
Hethen pointed to one and stated that use to belong to my uncle andEverett Chapman who you were named after, they ran an illegalbootlegging business out of that cabin, a boatload had just come in byboat and the cabin was full, my uncle and Everett Chapman had leftabout an hour before it got raided, they were lucky.
Myfather then stated later that day I was down by the old town housewhen two men were asking if anyone wanted a day's pay for work, I jumpat the chance to put some money in my pocket.
Twoof us were told to wait where we were and in a short time a B FGoodwin truck came and we were told to jump on, next thing I knew wewere at the cabin, our job was to load all that booze and take it toBoston, I was sick to my stomach now knowing who it belong to.
SeveralMarbleheaders did die from bathtub Gin
EverettC Goodwin

16/03/2024

A Linclon Peach Hawkes Ironic Remark

When Link was caught by the gas company, he had been tapped into the gas main on Norman Street for some 18 years, never paiding one red cent.

His statement to the gas man who shut down his operation and Blathsmith Shop, also he lived on that Peach property next to Redds Pond.

“ I ain't never going to pay you, you fellers just don't under stand me!

If silk was 3 cents a pound I don't have enough money to make a smoking jacket for a green ass fly.”

As related by Captain Hooper Cutler of the Marblehead Fire Department as they were sent to stand by while the gas was shut off.

16/03/2024

Scheduling and Logistics of the Moose

Mooseheart and Moosehaven are both like a small city or state

certain items need to be in place now of it could be someone fate

The scheduling of employees can be so critically placed

so when an emergency arises there will be no haste

Logistics of supplies and equipment of importance must be placed

from hurricanes or medical or daily use they won't have to be chased

Our professionals do it with such grace and ease

not knowing it we find ourselves with an incredible please

The hussle and bussle across this campus to some seem routine

but behind the scene it makes us feel peachy keene

Yes here at Moosehaven we are treated like Royalty

in no one's minds is there any thought of disloyalty

Teams Mooseheart and Moosehave are amongst the very best

challenged daily to new heights they past every test

Here in Florida we shine with 5 stars from the state

as a model they have use us to judge others fate

Our fraternity needs to know so they can brag and holler

for you are the ones who raise each and every dollar

Everett C Goodwin

Narrative Poetry

Proud Moosehaven Resident

14/03/2024

Another Peach - Doliber – Goodwin - Safford Marblehead Twist

This Morning I got to meet with Cary Safford, she is the head nurse over seeing the Katherine Smith Alzheimer/Dementia Building, here at Moosehaven, I had email her a copy of the Safford side of our family tree, names matched up during the 1800's - early 1900's, in the early 1700's they went in a different direction, the world just got smaller.

This makes three times for me, while doing an audit in Robinson Illinois I ran across a member of the Peach Family, her grandfather and my grandfather were first cousins, Pineville Pennsylvania a Wood (adopted name) got him I touch with Don Doliber and Don has his story, now in Orange Park Florida A Safford.

Everett C Goodwin
Down - Bucket