BLOG POST FROM CORNELIA MARIE
“Hello from Cornelia. I just met with Captain Phil today in Anchorage. He spent a couple days back home in Washington, but is now on his way back to join the crew in Dutch Harbor.
The Cornelia Marie is on its way to tender Herring in Togiak. Phil hopes to take some time off in May, but for now its back to fishing.
We have both been overwhelmed with the responses to the website. It’s great to hear from everyone, even some old friends. I have attached to this blog a picture we had sent to us by one of our younger fans. Thanks, we love it.
We are moving forward in creating a store to see Cornelia Marie items. Phil says, “Good, then people can stop stealing all our coffee cups!”.
Talk to you soon.
Cornelia
November 17th, 2008 at 7:00 am
Dear Captain Phil,
Along the Eastern Seaboard, just about an hour away from most New England Ports, December is slowly approaching. As the Mighty Atlantic prepares herself for “adventures at sea”; I pray for our Fisherman, Merchant Marine and all around Seaman shipping out during this time of year.
One year, my dad’s best friend, Carl Goff (of Warren, Rhode Island) shipped out aboard a vessel loaded heavily with grain. A phone call revealed that the vessel was “lost at sea”. I observed my father as he dropped the phone. On the other end of the line was Mrs. Goff. My father, a boatswain, was scheduled to ship out with his best friend since childhood, after remaining land bound for nearly sixteen years. I simply asked him to remain at home for the holidays.
Carl and my dad ( Matthew Stabile) had talked about their last trip together for many years- “shipping out for one last time”. The first time they left Rhode Island was aboard a Navy Vessel and the second was as Merchant Marines. You know how “buddies” can talk each other into things…..well, carl talked my dad into joining the Merchant Ships! This one time, aboard the USMV AAmoco Poet, my dad turned his best friend down and lived. Many years later, other ships made by the same ship building corporation, revealed a “problem” with the hatches. The hatches lacked the basic ability to lock tight. My dad went on to explain to me that “…as the sea water made her way in, the grain swelled, the ship weighted down and they didn’t have a chance.” Initially, the mindset was focused upon Pirates. Many people into today’s world lack to realize this aspect of shipping still exists. As technology progressed (from the time my father was aboard a vessel from the late 1930’s until the early 1980’s)this new techology (i.e. GPS and Computers)provided pirates with an advantage. Any individual shipping out, from any port in the entire world, takes the risk of all the sea’s intents PLUS the known factor of pirates potentially taking over a vessel, including fishermen.
As I knit many a watchman’s cap for the Seaman’s Church; I will keep your crew in mind. I once asked my dad:
“what was the best gift the sea offered you?”
“Raine…..she gave me my life to live.”
God Bless you during this and all future seasons. May you have a bountiful season and return safely to your home port.
always,
Lorraine Stabile-McGinnis
daughter of
Matthew A. Stabile, Boatswain
October 19th, 2008 at 8:56 am
hi phil
i watch u every tusday the january one has finsh r u filling better me and my dad was so worried coz u and sig and johnethen make it really funny i think that your 2 sons are hot witch son is single i dont care i’m coming down to durch harber next january.well i wish i could meet u and your crew when ever your in england look me up. love your biggest fan nicole p.s. i’ll be so happy if i did meet u and i can cook abillo crab really well
September 17th, 2008 at 6:37 pm
A few suggestions for the website store: CM Ashtrays, CM golf balls, CM rulers, CM Cell Phone covers, CM posters,
CM toys(particularly toy boats that look like the CM!), CM stickers, CM wallets, CM lighters, CM seat covers.
See ya,
Capt. Alek
September 17th, 2008 at 6:16 pm
Dear Captain Phil,
I am a huge fan of yours. I watch every single episode of Deadliest Catch, and whenever any other boat comes on the screen besides the C.M., I get up, take a pee, get a snack, or whatever other things I need to enjoy you and the crew on tv. I hope you are able to come back to the boat for King & Opi seasons! The Cornelia Marie is the best boat in the whole wide world!I wish i could get up to Alaska and work on one of those big boats, mine is just a 16′ fishing boat, but we still catch a heck of a lot of fish! I realy hope you pull through this ordeal.I am looking forward to the next season of Deadliest Catch
just a little more detail to my previous message
Capt. Alek
September 17th, 2008 at 6:13 pm
Dear Captain Phil,
I am a huge fan of yours. I watch every single episode of Deadliest Catch, and whenever any other boat comes on the screen besides the C.M., I get up, take a pee, get a snack, or whatever other things I need to enjoy you and the crew on tv. I hope you are able to come back to the boat for King & Opi seasons! The Cornelia Marie is the best boat in the whole wide world!I wish i could get up to Alaska and work on one of those big boats, mine is just a 16′ fishing boat, but we still catch a heck of a lot of fish! I realy hope you pull through this ordeal.
just a little more detail to my previous message
Capt. Alek
September 17th, 2008 at 5:57 pm
Dear Captain Phil, I hope that you are able to return to the Berring sea this year! I thought you were going to die. Tell the crew I said Hi. I just love the boats paint job! I wish I could get away fom my grind and come work in yours. Don’t roll the boat, stay safe!
Best wishes fishing,
Capt. Alek
July 31st, 2008 at 11:18 am
dear captain i hoop that you are oke nouw end i whis you ol de beste i hef hurt from guys dat you hef medicijns on this moment i hoop that you com back a boord de cornilia marie end i zie you on the tv on discoveri thanel i whis you ol zeef end wel end spiek you zoen bey bey
July 26th, 2008 at 12:44 am
Phil, I hope you come out of this well, everybody we know, watches TDC, and all are concerned about you.
You and the others make that show what it is. I can’t remember following a show so closely, let alone I’ve
DVRed most of them to the point I’m almost out of record time.
I, for a few years pulled I don’t know how many truck loads of crab off pier 90 at City Ice for SSI.
I never had any idea of what it took to get all of those legs and claws in those friggen little boxes.
You guys are nothing short of “blue collar super stars” the term “celebrity” would fall a couple of stations
short. If they ever tried to make a movie about crab fishing, they would have a hard time finding the
Tom Cruiz types with hairy nadds enough to fill the bill.
You guys stand for middle America, working people. People that bust their ass for a living, and I think we
have a better idea than most what you are going through to do what you do.
I would venture a guess that a wild majority of your audience and fans are blue collar, the others
probably think crab comes from a grocery store or a crab farm somewhere.
You need to build a Cornelia Marie bird house, if you haven’t already. My mother use to say,
God takes care of those who feeds his birds.
Stay with this pal, it wouldn’t be the same if you don’t.
May you and the others walk in white light.
July 21st, 2008 at 8:40 am
PLease take care of yourself Captain Phil!! you are my favorite captain - on my favorite show!! And for the record - i’m not a kid, I’m 47… i’m watching tv again!!! finally something worthwhile to watch!! listen to the doctors..
July 18th, 2008 at 8:33 pm
We have a Tuesday night party and watch you and the rest of the Deadliest Catch team. We are on pins and needles each week to see how you are recovering. I guess ‘no news is good news’. We pray for your speedy recovery so you can get back on your boat and catch more crabs and more grief from your crew. Get well soon. Kim and Sue, Annapolis, Maryland
July 9th, 2008 at 4:23 pm
Hey Captain Phil,
My husband and I eat crab on Tuesdays when we watch your show. Take care and be safe.
God Bless,
Kim and Bryan Green
Stockton, California
July 9th, 2008 at 4:22 pm
Hey Captain Phil,
My husband and I eat crab on Tuesdays when we watch your show. We just love it and hope you feel well soon. Just can’t get enough of the show.
Take care and be safe.
God Bless,
Kim and Bryan Green
Stockton, California
July 9th, 2008 at 9:48 am
Hi Cornielia
I must say you have a cool name. I think people are missing the point that the boat is owned by Cornelia Marie and Phil Harris and she is the one posting this blogs.
N E way to the entire C M staff keep up the hard work and togetherness. May God restore the health of Captain Phil
July 7th, 2008 at 10:55 am
Captain Phil,
When do y’all ever have time to read all of these messages and which blog boards do you actually read? I have left a message on the Global Food site asking for a chance to come aboard and cook on your boat or anyone else within the fleet. I stated I am not looking for a love interest nor am I wanting to be on TV. I am willing to work on board any of the boats…for free. That is how much I think I would be an asset to your team. I would especially like to meet you and your crew because your boys and yourself remind me so much of my family, but y’all love each other. Well, if you see it fitting, please respond.
Regards and Stay Safe.
July 5th, 2008 at 2:01 am
Captain Phil,
I just wanted to wish you the best of luck with your health, waiting to see the next episode to find out how you were doing was one of the longest weeks for me. When you were talking about feeling alone while you were still on the ship I really understand how you feel, if you want to talk feel free to send me an E Mail. Get Well Soon and keep on the crab!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Best Wishes,
Linda
Egg Harbor City, New Jersey
July 1st, 2008 at 9:55 pm
Hey phil,
I saw the last 2 episodes and it scared the shit out of me when those x ray technicians showed the x rays .as a cancer suvivor i got really scared about your health when they showed those x rays on the discovery channel.(i had ostheo sarcoma with metastisis to the lung and as a result i lost my right leg)but i wish you a full recovery and stop smoking those nasty camel cigarettes(i smoked camel menthol for years and just recently switched back to newports and i dont hack up half a lung every morning anymore)Please take care of yourself and your 2 boys and crew and i really hope to see you back in the wheelhouse next season.bless you and your crew.
June 29th, 2008 at 2:44 pm
I hope you get to feeling better. I think your machismo really makes the show hot.
June 25th, 2008 at 7:47 am
capt . phil i wasiron worker who raised three kids after there mother passed i can understand your commitments to your crew and vessell please sir we are the same in some ways stubborn and hard headed sir i had a heartattack on14june of last year and learned that being superman at46 means nothing if my kids are alone so iam telling sir take better care of your self and what i saw you have good friends and crew take care capt phill.
June 17th, 2008 at 11:00 pm
phil i can say i know what your kids are going through. i dont even know you, and i see that your stubborn and want take care of yourself and go to the doctor, my dad was the same way, let me flip the sides, what if something happened to one of your boys on the boat and one got paralyzed, you would go crazy because thats your boy, your babys i dont care how big they get. you would go out of your mind to see them get the proper care and attention from dr.s they need why ? because you love them so much ,and i see that love in your sons eyes for you. i say all that for you to get your emotions in check to see that your sons and family want you to take care of yourself, PHIL i tell you this because my dad was my hero and when i crashed racing moto-cross 28 yrs ago and left me paralzyed, it ripped a part of him in half, though i was fine and content, dad was hurt because i was his boy ,will my hero died 2yrs ago in my arms while i was trying to reccesitaite him ,he had died of a heart attack,,,,,becausehe would not eat right and take care of himself and go to the doctor and not worry.phil its hard on the family man and its going to kill your boys to not have there dad .quite drinking all that red bull and stop smoking,,,,,boy i sound like an old nagging women dont i ? its because i care about people i just love the show and admire you guys luv to have you in my living room ,i see your hearts and the commpassion you have for one another ,,and by the way you all pray before leaving that dock ,asking the LORD to sheild and protect you with His Holy spirit and to Bless you ,,,,, to place an angel on all 4 corners of that boat ,keeping it from harms way and He CHRIST will do it .
i commend you for either stop or slowing down on smoking ,i notice in after catch you were not firing um up,,, i truely started praying for you this past season.. when you looked like as if you were going to die ,,,
God Bless you man be safe buddy 7
May 28th, 2008 at 8:02 am
poker telecharger gratuitement toujours
Near regles du poker francais poker texas holdem no limit jouer o poker gratuites poker en ligne 3d regles du jeu poker texas
May 6th, 2008 at 2:27 pm
make ringtones software ringtones samsung software
Note that boost download free ringtones get free ringtones for my verizon phone
May 1st, 2008 at 6:40 am
poker texana gratis
If You are jugar tragaperras internet baccarat rule
May 1st, 2008 at 1:14 am
torneo texas holdem
Ensuite gioco poker scaricare gratis juego poker online gratis
April 30th, 2008 at 9:04 am
poker 5 card draw
As far as jeu video de poker party poker online
April 12th, 2008 at 12:53 pm
Dear Captain Harris,
Each season, we tune into the show to see the crew aboard your vessel. With tremendous pride and admiration, We are able to view(via second hand)the life aboard a fishing vessel. My father served aboard many a fishing vessel, merchant ship and several Landing Ship Tanks(complements of the US Navy). My children never had the opportunity to meet their grandfather. I was fortunate to hear his stories while at sea retold to me as part of my bedtime routine. Until viewing the crew aboard the Cornelia Marie; I never realized exactly what my father and his friends went through. Upon my birth, my father remained “land bound” for fifteen years. He succumbed to a massive heart attack. He is buried in his hometown of Warren, Rhode Island just footsteps from the Atlantic Coastline.
Thank you for the opportunity to better understand a fisherman’s way of life, the sea and all of her mysteries. May the seas be kind to all crew members aboard, keep a safe journey and return home to your homeport.
Always,
Lorraine McGinnis
daughter of
Matthew Anthony Stabile, Boatswain
March 19th, 2008 at 5:48 pm
The Woman Men Adore
The Woman Men Adore…and Never Want to Leave
March 15th, 2008 at 1:19 am
cell download free phone ringtones sprint cell download free phone ringtones verizon
Nowadays ampd free mobile ringtones cingular ringtones shop
March 11th, 2008 at 6:37 am
cell free phone prepaid ringtones verizon ringtones for prepaid cell phone
There free country music ringtones pcs ringtones sprint vision
March 8th, 2008 at 11:16 pm
scarica giochi poker
Dove seven card stud gratis poker no on line
March 7th, 2008 at 7:30 am
download free ringtones suncom
Add cingular go phone ringtones info motorola remember ringtones v600
January 24th, 2008 at 6:16 pm
Hey to all on the cornelia marie!
I am in australia and we have not long got “deadliest catch” on discovery. Every night my husband and i watch the show and root for the cornelia marie. You guys are fucking hardcore! All of you guys have got balls to be doing what you do. well keep it up guys, we will be watching and hoping that you clear the season on top! go cornelia marie!
January 20th, 2008 at 4:47 am
to cornelia marie her captain and crew.my deepest respect for you all.as a ex seaman at heavy lift cargo vessels,from pilot cutters to the biggest container vessels,i will pay you my respect.i watch the deadly catch here in my country the netherlands.(europa) may our god neptune watches over you.all the blesses from huub living in the port of ijmuiden.at the north sea.(by the way CORNELIA MARIE) is a typical DUTCH name for fishing boats here in the netherlands.have a good catch for the 2008 season.
October 22nd, 2007 at 1:36 pm
hey girls if youwant to have sex then i will approve but you must have a really sweat pussy bye.
October 5th, 2007 at 3:27 pm
There’s one special secret Sale link on Amazon:
http://tinyurl.com/2r7ldr
[b]This is open every Friday and ONLY on Fridays! [/b]
You can find very good discounts here, although some Fridays you can really get
lucky and make off like an Amazon bandit - I´ve seen discounts there as low as 75%
off sticker Price.
October 4th, 2007 at 8:21 pm
I’ve got an Amazon gift certificate burning holes in my pocket,
and I want to get the most bang for my buck.
Enter the Secret Amazon Web Pages:
http://tinyurl.com/38sojf
This is where you’re going to find the “latest sales, rebates, and limited-time offers” from
Amazon, and you can score some pretty deep discounts if you’re a savvy shopper.
Next, there’s the special Sale link. This is open every Friday, and ONLY on Fridays.
You can find the same good discounts here as you would in hidden Deals, although some
Fridays you can really get lucky and make off like an Amazon bandit - I’ve seen discounts
there as low as 75% off sticker price.
October 2nd, 2007 at 11:58 am
Want to start your private office arms race right now?
I just got my own USB rocket launcher
Awsome thing.
Plug into your computer and you got a remote controlled office missile launcher with 360 degrees horizontal and 45 degree vertival rotation with a range of more than 6 meters - which gives you a coverage of 113 square meters round your workplace.
You can get the gadget here: http://tinyurl.com/2qul3c
Check out the video they have on the page.
Cheers
Marko Fando
September 26th, 2007 at 2:32 am
Hello All,
I was reading around some of the posts here and I found interesting things that you guys talk about, I just made a blog about quitting smoking resources and ideas that you might want to check out.
If someone is interested in this topic just go to; http://endthehabitnow.blogspot.com and let me know what you think.
Thanks in advance.
August 30th, 2007 at 4:30 am
Have sex in your are tonight!
August 9th, 2007 at 8:33 pm
Hi guys! Just wanted you folks to know that ever since the catch has been on T.V. my fight with cancer has been alot easier somehow.
I can’t explain it….but it just works for me!!! My prayers go out to you guys everyday.
GODSPEED EVERYONE
THANKS,
Kevin G.
August 6th, 2007 at 9:39 am
I couldn’t understand some parts of this article s Blog, but I guess I just need to check some more resources regarding this, because it sounds interesting.
August 2nd, 2007 at 4:56 pm
Hi to Phil and the Crew…
Just wanted to give Jake some kudos - I’m a college professor, and when my students (about his age) whine about how they have to work sooo haaaaard (and “I was up aaaaall niiiight” and my favorite [*scowls*] “I caaaaaan’t”), I refer them to Jake and his great “Get it done!” attitude and ask if they’d prefer to work on a Bering Sea crab-boat. “No?” (They numbly shake their heads.) “Then quit yer bitching.”
So thanks, Jake, for making my (pretty easy) job a lot easier.
Stay safe, everyone!
~ Professor Ari
July 27th, 2007 at 8:26 pm
Watchin you guys on the show is a thrill. I’ve been in the Navy for 5 years, served on an aircraft carrier (USS Theodore Roosevelt) for 3. Ive been in 35-40 foot seas on a 1,000 foot carrier, and I cant imagine what thats like in a 140 foot boat. We had a rougue wave buckle some bulkheads, and rip off some of our port catwalk last Feb. Anyway, you seem to have a great crew and its a lot of fun watchin you guys work. Stay safe when youre out there.
Petty Officer Young
July 16th, 2007 at 7:15 pm
If you ever have shirts made from Samantha T’s blog…let me know…it was perfect and very Cornelia Marie, very childish but some what appropiate
July 9th, 2007 at 4:40 am
hey guys….
just thought id drop u a line 2 say how amazing u guys r…..
always watch ur show…..see even us english have some good taste
capt phil….i love you!!! bet u hear that all the time……
stay safe guys……
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
July 2nd, 2007 at 6:36 am
hi phil and the crew of the CM! i love ya guys so much and you guys are coolest guys i have ever seen. whenever i watch the show i can’t wait for them to talk about the CM cause you ROCK! i can’t wait fro the next season to come on air. Man you guys have guts. Hey tell me if you guys are ever going to make any apperences in new york cause i would love to get an autograph or a picture. Keep up the good work and stay safe.
From, Jessica Starr
July 2nd, 2007 at 6:35 am
hi phil and the crew of the CM! i love ya guys so much and you guys are coolest guys i have ever seen. whenever i watch the show i can’t wait for them to talk about the CM cause you ROCK! i can’t wait fro the next season to come on air. Man you guys have guts. Hey tell me if you guys are ever going to make any apperences in new york cause i would love to get an autograph or a picture. Keep up the good work and stay safe.
From, one of your biggest fans!
June 25th, 2007 at 11:05 am
Hi, guys! I’m addicted to the show. When I first watched, I thought you all had to be certifiably insane to do what you do, where you do it and the time of the year you do it in! But after watching, I decided that it wasn’t the warm tropical atmosphere or even the paychecks alone that kept you at it. It had to be the adrenaline rush that you got from it that kept you all doing it for so long! I gotta admire the forititude! Personally, I would be literally sick to my stomach, with shaking knees and holding on for dear life with my lifevest already inflated (and one under each arm for good measure). Thank you for letting us all share in your lives and thank you to Discovery channel for bringing it to us land lovers!
June 24th, 2007 at 5:07 pm
watz up phill and crew? i am osbcessed with the show and think phils face and rection was great wen u show the inside shot of hittin a hugh wave,, it was just sooo funny to me. keep up the great work and cant wait for next season,,,peace
June 23rd, 2007 at 2:34 pm
Capt. Phill, I know you probably receive alot of messages about this, I would really like to come and work in the crabfishing industry. Can you please tell me how to find a job as a deckhand on any crab boat. Your response would be greatly appreciated. Tahnks Mark
June 22nd, 2007 at 7:12 pm
hi guys you guys did such a great job this crab season! you guys are the best and you guys have lots of fans. i am 12 years old but i am almost 13 and i just love the show. i watch deadliest catch and after the catch and i just love it. when i watch deadliest catch i can’t wait for them to talk about the cornelia marie. i am really interested in buying a cornelia marie sweatshirt cause i love ya guys. keep up the good work and the good looks. i even have a picture of your boat as my background. hey if you ever need a cook or cleaning on your ship just say the word. ok bye phil and the cornelia marie crew.
June 18th, 2007 at 2:10 am
YO, CAPT PHIL
I SPENT 23 YEARS IN THE NAVY, ON SUBMARINES AND AIRCRAFT CARRIERS. YOU REMIND ME OF ALL THE SCURVY SALTS I SAILED WITH!
KEEP THE RUBBER SIDE DOWN BRO!! JACK
June 1st, 2007 at 5:20 pm
Hey does Phill ever read these? Or reply hehee…it would be nice to hear from him!
May 31st, 2007 at 4:14 pm
ok girls, stop all this crap, Capt Phil now belongs to us all and ill be glad to share him with you by still allowing you to watch the show…….ha ….ha….
Yeah, i like the gruff too..and by the way, cancel the “need a cook?” after reading all these things i realized i was too late:)) so come to west virginia and just have some beans and cornbread and on the next day we will have cornbread and beans and camping on the new river, them beans wont bother no one haha
May 31st, 2007 at 7:43 am
Hello,
Phil, if you don’t get some exercise and stop smoking your going to have a heart attack. Why don’t you get a tread mill or an exercise bike to sit on while you drive around out there? Seriously, you are a heart attack waiting to happen.
May 31st, 2007 at 4:27 am
I was lucky enough to catch the last half of a “Deadliest Catch” marathon -
had to laugh (and cringe) watching Jake pull his tooth - one of the episodes
showed you and Jake wagering on who could hand coil - made me think of
my Dad - when I was growing up and going out on a weekend night, Dad
would pull a $20 bill out of his pocket and ask me if I wanted to bet on a
coin toss - he did this for years (every weekend) if I lost the coin toss, I
had to pay up! Many nights I’d leave with $100 - some nights, I’d leave
broke! If I lost the first toss, he’d say “OK, double or nothing” - If I lost my
money on an unlucky night, he would just laugh, I would beg, cry, try to
borrow money, to no avail - taught me some lessons, never bet what you
can’t afford to lose and to ALWAYS pay up on any bets that I lost. My Dad
died about 20 yrs ago and I miss him and think about him every day.
the show made me remember all the good times with Dad and everything
I learned from him - Your boys are great - And they are lucky to have a
Dad like you! And I was lucky to have a Dad that cared enough to teach
me some basic life lessons with “tough love” and a great sense of humor.
Just wanted to share that story.
Take Care, Stay on the crab,
Charlene
May 30th, 2007 at 1:01 pm
Captain Phil…you are the hottest captain! I totally dig your confidence and the way you exhibit control over situations. I’d be happy to play naughty deckhand with you anytime…(sigh)…wishing you lots of luck and safety - Orange County Girl. (KISS!!)
May 30th, 2007 at 10:50 am
Hey there Phil! Really admire you and your no “bull****” attitude. Thought I would check out your website and I see by some of the comments posted, that some people think it is a dating service. Ha! Ha! Aren’t you just loving the fame?! Poor guy. Anyways, huge fan of yours and hope your season goes well. Wishin’ you and your crew the best.
May 29th, 2007 at 11:14 pm
Hi Phil,
Just wanted to say that I really enjoy watching the show every week and can hardly wait for the next one. I get a kick out of hearing all the bleeps when you’re on camera
Be safe and stay calm!
May 29th, 2007 at 9:55 pm
Hello Phil! I was just wondering how my dad and I can get up to Dutch to visit everyone. My dad said, “I’d love to go but sorry, YEAH RIGHT!” This bad bad! I MUST come visit everyone! Well, it will happen eventually. For the time being, good luck and keep that blood pressure in control!
-Aartdina
Los Angeles, CA
May 29th, 2007 at 4:18 pm
I`m a great fan of the show, and of your boat. You, and your crew are real men, going out on that wild sea, and facing that awful weather. The people who buy those crabs at their supermarket, thanks to the show, now know how much work, sweat, and blood it takes to haul those pots, and bring in the catch. I wish you and your crew great sucess in the seasons to come. And I hope to see you sometime on your hog, when you`re out cruising on I-5. Be safe, and good luck.
May 29th, 2007 at 4:30 am
hi phil and the guys.wow are you guys enjoying any time off or is it still work,work,work? all you guys are amazing.such dedication and determination to be the best that you can be.Phil speaking from experience i know what it is like to sit and wait on a loved one that is away from home for a long period of time. I am 45 years old and not married now,but when my son was in the army i missed him so much, but you do what you have to.but everything turns out ok. you deal with it becuse you love that person no matter what.you cherise the time that they are home.maybe i see things different than most people.i know that you work most of the year and are away from home but it really does not have to put a starin on a marriage if you really love each other and realize that it is just a way of life that put food on your table,pays bills and takes care of the family.i work very hard on my job being an assiatnt manager in a diesel repair shop.on my off days i enjoy running with my big hound dog and staying home and just being a home body.most women spend,spend,spend, but not me i shop but i know when to quit and come home. a bit old fashioned i guess. i was just raised that way. my mom and dad were married for almost 50 years.well hangin there.you all be safe and wish you all the luck in the world.stay safe, thanks,barbara
touchedbycrab@msn.com
May 27th, 2007 at 5:37 pm
Hey guys. Phil I live in NC. I know you came for the race but you came at a bad time because this is the hottest it has been this year here. So I just would like to say how sorry I am for you. Well It’s extremly hot were I am at least. I also would like to say I respect what you guys do out there. I am proud to say that my parents know captain Vince Shavender of the Lucky Lady.
May 27th, 2007 at 1:17 pm
hey guys. addicted to the show. i live in the uk near london. keep up the great work. would love to visit dutch harbour 1 day and check out the boats. all the best. grant
May 25th, 2007 at 6:34 pm
Capt. Phil and Crew,
Really enjoy the show, the Cornelia Marie is my favorite boat. It’s refreshing to see father and sons working together. I am a single mom of 3, two boys and a girl. I know it’s not always easy teaching them right from wrong, and the value of hard work. I had to fight tooth and nail to keep my oldest son out of the gangs. He is now a police officer. I think you have done a good job with your boys, they seem to have a good respect for you. That is a rare thing now days. May the good Lord bless and protect you and your crew.
One of your adoring fans,
Teri
Olympia, Wa
May 25th, 2007 at 3:19 pm
when does the season start? Do you fish for other than crab? I am from a family of shrimpers and oyster luggers. We had 3 boats when my father was alive. He would have loved this show. We all werked the boat. It was my summer job even though I am a girl. We were caught in a few small squalls
on the gulf(tropical storms) I watch you show always and try to explain things to my son who is 9. But I have questions. How big do the crabs have to measure? how long is the season. Who cooks. I like to watch Capt. Moncreifs wife, her food looks good. I hope she will not be so nervous next season she ges out. I love to watch you guys. It is very interesting and forsure a mans job! By the way I like the Bike. What year? God bless you all on the Cornelia Maria Oh where did the name come from? And I never even knew Where in the world Dutch Harbor Alaska was!!!! ha I am a southern girl. Grew up in New Orleans. But I like the scenes around the harbor it looks pretty. For sure the Bering sea is not a place for a little Sunday boat ride. The water is very blue looking on the tv is it really that blue?
May 25th, 2007 at 11:45 am
Hey Phil! I recently heard on our local morning radio show that you, in fact, are in the process of a divorce. I am sooooooooo sorry! But really, I am here for you! ANYTIME! I loved the remark about losing money on Jewelry…….Hilarious! You are funny,smart,tough,good dad,sexy,and a good fisherman. What woman wouldn’t want to put up with you??? Just contact me for some southern lovin’……..LOL! Really!!!!!
May 25th, 2007 at 8:18 am
i’ve really enjoyed watching deadliest catch the last 2 seasons. capt. phil and his crew are my favorites. i love that phil is straight foward and does hold back even though the cameras are rolling.keep up the good work.have a good opie season and return safely. i’d like capt phil to be the skipper of my boat!!!!!!!!
May 25th, 2007 at 6:35 am
Hi Captain Phil!
This season rocked, I became SO addicted to watching Deadliest catch! I had interest or knowledge of crabbing beforehand and it’s actually quite exciting! I am a mountain bike racer, back country skier, thrill seeker in general, and I also study marine geology/biology on the side [like, as a PhD student, I guess it's my job, but it doesn't feel like work!]. I love the oceans and I can’t wait to go out to sea, but I study tropical marine stuff, so probably will not be heading up to the Arctic any time soon. Would love to go to the Arctic sometime!
Peace out, have fun, and keep those boys in line!!!
Samantha
May 24th, 2007 at 5:49 pm
Captain Phil-
Absolutely love the show - you are my favorite captain! You should really consider publishing a book on parenting skills….I know I have learned a thing or two from you! Be safe and God Bless all of you!!
May 24th, 2007 at 1:11 pm
Capt Phil,
Your gruff and ornary…you guys do a great job for us..kudos…
I live in central Fl. been on lots of boats fishing for fun..wouldn’t want to fish on yours! but hey I get sea sick at times, I do love to ride on the Harleys, Had a couple of my own…so if you ever make it to bike week..look me up its a blast!
May 24th, 2007 at 10:40 am
Capt Phil:
I love you guys!!!!!!!!! (You and Sig are my two faves) You’re the toughest and you remind me of Bob Segar (whom I LOOOOVVVVEE). I love the show and would really enjoy seeing a more in-depth interview with the wives of these fisherman because, as a wife, I would just be sick if my husband and children were out on the Behring Sea crabfishing together. LOL! Good luck to you all and God bless each of you. Slap the **** out of Josh and keep him in line! ha ha! YOU ARE THE GREATEST AND WE LOVE YOU HERE IN ALABAMA!!! COME SEE US! We all love you guys!!!!!!!! All the Bama Girls in Love with the show!!! Can’t wait to hear you guys on the Johnboy and Billy morning show!!! P.S. ARE YOU MARRIED? TRUST ME, IT AIN’T ABOUT THE MONEY EITHER!!! POWER IS SEXY………………:) Could I come aboard and cook for you guys for a season. Or wash clothes, or make bait, or scrape ice….or rub your shoulders,feet……………ANYTHING? I’ll need dramamine though! LOL
May 24th, 2007 at 10:29 am
Capt Phil:
I love you guys!!!!!!!!! (You and Sig are my two faves) You’re the toughest and you remind me of Bob Segar (whom I LOOOOVVVVEE). I love the show and would really enjoy seeing a more in-depth interview with the wives of these fisherman because, as a wife, I would just be sick if my husband and children were out on the Behring Sea crabfishing together. LOL! Good luck to you all and God bless each of you. Slap the **** out of Josh and keep him in line! ha ha! YOU ARE THE GREATEST AND WE LOVE YOU HERE IN ALABAMA!!! COME SEE US! We all love you guys!!!!!!!! All the Bama Girls in Love with the show!!! Can’t wait to hear you guys on the Johnboy and Billy morning show!!!
May 24th, 2007 at 3:38 am
hi phil and guys. how can i write to any of you and how can the letters get forwarded to you? you all are really special. it really takes a special kind of person to do what you do. people just don’t realize what it takes to do the same thing day in and day out. long hours,no sleep and do little more than work,and take a few “power naps”.lots of long hard hours.i guess when you have home time you have a hard time to relax because you are so used to working all those hours. hard to sleep?just wanted to let you all know that i admire the dedication that you have and the way that you care about getting high quality seafood to everyones dinner table.so take care and stay safe.thanks,Barb.florida,usa…..
May 23rd, 2007 at 3:57 pm
hi Capt. Phil, I and all your fans in Clayton NY think you rock. Great show last night. Can see that not only are you a great Captain but also a great father. Looking forward to the show special next week with all the Captains. Being a 51 year old female I have never, knock on wood , had any problems with my blood pressure, but am afraid the shows during opie season just might change that. Be safe, take care of yourself, and most of all be very proud of your sons!
May 23rd, 2007 at 10:22 am
I live in Georgia and I love crab legs! The Deadliest Catch has given me a new appreciation for how they get to my plate.
Please, Be safe!
May 23rd, 2007 at 6:34 am
Be safe and well. Remember, for every person who leaves you a messages, tons more are silently cheering you on! Here’s to lots of fun a fair bit of work and a big prize at the end!
Kelly in Pittsburgh, Pa
May 22nd, 2007 at 9:36 pm
Hey Phil! LOVE the show. Been watching since it began. Have you ever thought about doing a Fan thing in Seattle- some kind of event that involved Q&A and fishing stories? Would be great to meet you all!! Keep the crab coming, as we can’t eat it fast enough down here :- )
May 22nd, 2007 at 7:37 pm
Capt. Phil and Crew,
Just wanted to let you guys know that my boyfriend and I love the show and that you are the best capt. and crew out there. So keep bringing in the crab. Oh, and by the way, if you need a new greenhorn my boyfriend David said he would love to join you. Best of luck and stay safe.
God bless you all…
Gretchen
May 22nd, 2007 at 6:53 pm
hey Cornelia Marie & crew,
i love the show
but seriously i dont know how you guys do it, i mean i would never be able to servive in all that bad weather. ohh and Capt Phill, PLEASE DONT KILL JOSH!!!!!
i hope you get full pots, take care, and good luck!!!
May 22nd, 2007 at 6:31 pm
u guys r freakin off the POT! (hook) as we say in ohio.. literally! phil….yer my dude man i do roofing here in ohio and thought i knew what hard werk was all about.. and man i couldn`t have been more wrong…but i still think i could be you`re “greenhorn from the gods” i can get in a lifesuit in 40 and i don`t mind doin 20lb curls. so think of me on yer next seasaon! u guys take care of yourself and hopefully i`ll b hearin from ya for a king crab season or HELL maybe even opies in jan baby! get with me. take care……..kip
May 22nd, 2007 at 5:02 pm
Ok. So I am like in love with all of you.
Everytime I have a hard day, it seems when I watch the show. I scream like a giddy little school girl. All because of the sarcasm you each possess. It’s rather entertaining.
When the show isn’t on with you guys… I weep and turn off the tv. Ok. Not really. But I’m just like… ug. In love with everyone on the Cornelia Marie and the ship its self.
I’m even drawing a picture like that little girl did. She makes me proud. Do not ask why I think that.
Anyways! Be safe and come back in one piece to Seattle and your other locations.
Bye!
Caitlin
May 22nd, 2007 at 4:50 pm
I love watching your show keeps me from being home sick. Grew up in Seattle spending a great deal of time on the water out of Westport. Moved to Ohio guess what no salt water never missed it until you don’t have it. I wish the best of luck and stay safe so we can keep watching!
May 22nd, 2007 at 7:07 am
Phil I think you guys are awsome and I wish you guys the best of luck in the upcoming season this fall. I will stop what I am doin and I have cancelled a few things just to watch the show on Tuesday nights. What ever happened between you and Blake from the Maverick after he messed with your crab pot?? You guys be safe and God Bless!!
May 21st, 2007 at 3:58 pm
Captain and Crew,
Thank you for allowing people an inside view to your lives at sea. I must admit I have never seen more hard working people than you, the crew of the Cornelia Marie.
I have always felt that even the most horrible day at sea is better than any day on dry land. Now with your help I have weekly proof.
Stay safe…have fun…and I look forward to more episodes with all of you.
Cricket
Seattle, WA.
May 20th, 2007 at 2:58 am
dear Phil, and crew
g’day from Australia,we love your show and hows this for desperate we didn’t want to miss an episode so at our wedding reception we paid the hotel so they could put discovery on so we could watch it. you guys with out a doubt are my fav. crew,wont tell you who hubbys is but he has no taste , look forward to seing season 3 keep up the fantastic work
May 19th, 2007 at 9:29 pm
Hey Phil,
glad to see you finally have a website; that’s awesome! It was so cool to be able to interview you last August at Skagit Speedway when Kasey Kahne and Tony Stewart came to race. I think our fans really enjoyed it, as did I.
To all of Phil’s fans: it was so awesome to meet Phil, what a cool guy! I got a chance to interview him in front of our crowd at the local dirt track when Kasey and Tony were there. I asked him what it was like getting so much media exposure and fan support (a.k.a. female obsessed-fans!!) and I think this quote should be on the catchy captain quotes on the Deadliest Catch website. “I’m not a rock star, I’m just a crab fisherman!!” Phil has a way with words.
Thanks again for the website - my kids at school are big fans of yours, Phil! Be safe and hope to see you again at Skagit - you are always welcome in the push truck!!
-Lara
May 19th, 2007 at 7:28 pm
This is an awesome website. Thanks for taking the time to put it up for us. I can’t wait for your store to get up and running. Your fans have been waiting for a long time for this. Stay safe.
May 19th, 2007 at 1:44 pm
dear phil and crew, i love your show ,boat and crew so much i build your boat out of mega blocks (mom says she is impressed with it) and draw it all the time. mom even lets me stay up past bedtime when a new show is on. you are my favorite! my cousins boyfreind pete works up there in alaska on one of the boats and i hope he has pictures to send me of dutch harbor. please stay safe and thanks for being on the show! cant wait for a t shirt! love your biggest fan! ashtin maring age 8
May 18th, 2007 at 4:13 pm
hi i’m 12 going on 13 years old. my family does not like the show.but me and my mom love it.Jake my friends LOVE YOU and I do to.GOD BLESS YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!!!
YOU ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
May 18th, 2007 at 12:11 pm
Hiya guys!! Everytime I hear that “I’m a Cowboy” theme music (I love Bon Jovi too) I just get goose bumps!! I work nights and was having to catch up with reruns…but I went and ordered DVR so now I can watch as soon as I get home!! I’ve gotten all my friends and family hooked on you too. Wouldn’t it be great if a portion of your online store procedes went to the families of men who perished at sea? I’ve cried for those families as if I knew them personally. The CM is #1 already; but that would stretch your lead by far! Anyway, I adore you all and can’t get enough of you!! May all your pots be full!! Jenny
May 18th, 2007 at 11:49 am
Hey Capt Phil
Thanks for giving us a peek into your life and educating us on why Alaskan King Crab is so expensive. What a shock it was for me to watch you guys risking your lives, rescuing men who have fallen overboard, and grieving your fellow fishermen & long time friends - victims of the Bering Sea. Every time I eat crab or even see it in the store I think of you & yours. I also especially loved that you made a donation immediately after being paid to the families who have lost fishermen at sea. I would like to make a donation in thanks for all the wonderful meals I have enjoyed. Could you please let me know where to send a payment?
Good Health & Happiness to you & your family,
(((Hugs)))
May 18th, 2007 at 10:27 am
I think Capt. Phil looks better with the goatee and he’s starting to look TOO respectable with his hair getting shorter - Ha, ha, ha! Seriously, I love your crew and think you guys should have dunked Joshua a little bit more at the end of King Crab season.
Keep up the great work - and Capt., get your blood pressure under control. Mark (I think it was) said YOU AND the boat go together.
May 18th, 2007 at 4:50 am
Hi Guys,
I love Deadliest Catch!!!!!!
My Boyfriend and I are always couch bound on Tuesday nights..
We have been watching Deadliest catch for a year now and have become addicts…
I am all for Cornelia Marie and he is a big fan of the Northwestern.
So it’s always fun to see who’s catching more crab.
Lets hope Phil and the crew have full pots and everyone stays safe!
Good Luck Cornelia Marie & Crew
May 17th, 2007 at 9:59 pm
Hey you guys rock i love watchin you guys
May 17th, 2007 at 12:39 pm
Love the show. You guys are great. Keep doing what you are doing
and stay safe.
Marlin
May 17th, 2007 at 10:08 am
To all the crew of the Cornelia Marie,
Love the show, you guys are great.
Capt. Phil, you need a shirt with your picture on it that says “Honey, nevermind the shrimp, I’m bringing home the CRABS!”
Good luck!
May 17th, 2007 at 9:00 am
Hello to all our crab fishing crews!….Keep safe…….
May 17th, 2007 at 8:55 am
what’s up
May 16th, 2007 at 9:33 pm
response to post from Chris who said he is headed back to Iraq - be safe and careful, and so, so many thanks for helping to protect our country and keep us safe!
judy
May 16th, 2007 at 6:23 pm
I love watching the show and have been hooked since it first aired.I watch all the reruns as well as the marathons no matter how many times I have seen the show before.I root for the Cornelia Marie, but I root for the other boats as well, just because I can see how hard of job it is and you guys deserve to make tons of money and I like seeing all of the fishermen succeed and bring home some money.I enjoy most of all seeing Phil and the crew of the Cornelia Marie.Phil you still got it, theres no doubt in my mind about that!!!!!!!!!Anyways I wish you guys the best of luck, not only this season but every other season that follows and be safe and make it home.I cannot believe how many people are taken by the show,I think its awesome that people now see why your job is the most dangerous.Anyways I’m just another adoring fan,I know you’ve heard all this before.Regards from Maine……Hugs Amy~~
May 16th, 2007 at 4:11 pm
PS: Capt Phill, suggustion to put on a t-shirt………picture sceen of your men working a loaded pot of crab that says “GOT COJONES”
ha,ha,ha
May 16th, 2007 at 4:05 pm
Hi Capt Phil and Crew, My family and I love the show. You and your crew give a new meaning to men with large COJONES because you got to have some to do what you do for a living.
Anyways hope the best for you your family and crew.
Be safe out there.
George
Anaheim, California
May 16th, 2007 at 12:02 pm
Phil and crew of Cornelia marie,
Heres wishing you a sucessfull and profitable season, and a prayer for your safety 24/7
May 16th, 2007 at 11:29 am
Hello Phil and crew, I haven’t missed an episode since the program has been on the Discovery Channel!! You guys are awesome!! Its a hellaofaway to make a living but it beats working in a factory. I was a hi-lo mechanic and worked on hydraulic lifts.I retired after 37 years. Your job is so much more challenging!! I am curious as to what brand of cranes are used on your boat. Also, why doesn’t the camera crew show the crane landing the pot on the launcher. Would like an opportunity to meet you and the crew and come aboard your boat someday. Your celebrity status affords you the possibility to cash in on some souvenior business. T-shirts,coffee mugs, pictures of your boat are some suggestions. Good luck,be safe.
May 16th, 2007 at 10:56 am
Hi Phil & Crew!
LOVE LOVE LOVE the show!
I wish you all a profitable, safe season, and if you make it to NY, my family and would love to show you around!
Take care & stay safe,
Michelle
May 16th, 2007 at 10:18 am
Love it….can’t stand a day without at least 3 re-runs of watching you guys tough out the crab season. Hope all is well and thanks for a great show..
Youvonna
May 16th, 2007 at 7:22 am
hi, capy. Phil. Watched the first show of the opi season, as usual you know how to roll with the punches. Don’t worry you’ll prevail in the end! Thanks for shaving that beard off, could never understand why good looking men cover their faces. Jake’s right you’re a “hottie” and it’s your mind not your body that is even hotter. If you’re married or have a lady she is one lucky person. What do you think about all the women that watch the show and want to try crab fishing? I mean the women that find it a challenge to fish for crab not the guys on the ship! Has there ever been a woman on your crew? If not why not? I am a very young 51 yr old female that works for a highway dept/ recreation dept in my town . There is only one other woman and so far there is’nt anything we can’t do. Looking forward to the rest of the opi season and feel blessed that you have great kids . Take care and watch that blood pressure!
May 16th, 2007 at 12:08 am
just had 19 alaskan snow crab claws the other nite (all you can eat)they hate me there. keep em comin
May 15th, 2007 at 11:25 pm
Phil and crew - you’ve already heard it - you’re the best! I’ve been checking out the competition’s sites and merchandise lines: “Sig’s girl” shirts and thongs?! C’mon! Sounds like lots of the bloggers here would definitely like to show those guys up with some “Phil’s catch” gear. I know I could definitely go for a “Jake’s girl” top myself! But we all know the crab come first so we’ll be patient. Keep up the hard work, stay safe and God bless.
May 15th, 2007 at 11:00 pm
One night I was channel surfing,came across the show and now I’m hooked. I’ll never complain about the price of crab again and will think of you guys each time I have it. Take care, good luck and may God be with you.
May 15th, 2007 at 9:19 pm
What can I say that EVERYONE else hasn’t already said. Capt’n Phil you sexy guy you! (stop smoking you need to live longer to be an irritation to those boys of yours)
Like you, a single parent with 2 boys, mine are a bit younger but they LOVE you and the Cornelia Marie!!
I’d like to visit the boat…and steal a coffee cup!!
May 15th, 2007 at 7:08 pm
Cpt.Phil, and everyone involved with the CM.
I just wanted to wish you all the best. And hope everyone stays safe.
All the best from Cincinnati, Ohio. If you ever make this way… I’ll buy you a drink. You deserve it! HA!
Cheers
Jason
May 15th, 2007 at 6:52 pm
Went on a girls night out with 6 ladies… we talked for an hour about crab fishing and the show… go figure !
May 15th, 2007 at 7:05 am
Howdy Capt Phil…..
Love the show…..Is “your” sweatshirt for sale?????
Send me some crabs and i’ll send you some crawfish…… by the way….since they sent you the wrong propeller did they just replaced it or did you have to pay for it too?
Be safe……
May 14th, 2007 at 7:56 pm
Hi CM Guys! Just wanted to say I can’t wait until tomorrow night for my Capt Phil fix! I wish someone would answer our main question, if Capt Phil is married, engaged or has a longtime girlfriend!!! We all want to know! I think it takes a really strong captain to come back from the CM’s engine and wheel repairs and STILL finish in the money! Let’s see some of the other captains do that! The CM crew is the best in the business! God Bless and Keep the CM and her crew safe for many seasons to come! Please hurry up and give us a place to send and receive emails from the crew themselves!! I hope you guys kick ass in the Ophelio crab season! Take care! Your number one fan from the Portland Oregon area ~Cameo~
May 14th, 2007 at 6:56 pm
Hello Captain and Crew of the Cornelia Marie !!!!! You guys rock! What a great show, I look forward to it every week and hope each and every one of you come home safe. Looking forward to ordering some Cornelia Marie merchandise…..
Enjoy your celeb status Capt. Phil !
Janet
May 14th, 2007 at 6:52 pm
I saw that your screw broke and in the next episode you were back out at sea. I am not sure how it broke, and the last thing I was that you were delivered the wrong srew (left hand vers righ hand), but I never found out how you remedied the situtation.
Would you be so kind and fill me in.
I really enjoy your work, good luck
May 14th, 2007 at 4:00 pm
to capt phil & crew. Series 3 has just started here in scotland and i’m looking forward to seeing it. I have the deepest respect for all you guys out there, I never realised what you had to go through to make a living, to say it’s the deadliest job is not an understatement. I look forward to seeing how your boys get on working together. To everyone out there be careful and I hope you all come home safely.
May 14th, 2007 at 2:49 pm
You guys are my favorite crew/boat. Be safe and good luck.
May 14th, 2007 at 1:01 pm
To the Men Of Cornelia Marie
I have been reading some of the responses I knew that I loved the show from the very start I am not surprised by the amount of fans you guys have so what can I say that you haven’t already heard. I will add - there are men and then there are the amazing men of the Bearing Sea you are couragous and proud but also humble. I wish I had moved to Alaska when I was younger I would have liked to have been part of something so exciting and couragous even if I am a female.
May God Bless you and keep you safe
May 14th, 2007 at 9:25 am
Hi! Phil, I’m an Native American from Minnesota and I watch the Deadliest Catch when ever I’m not at work and I think you are okay dude and also I’m old as you are 48 yrs. old. Howz that! I will be watching your videos.
May 13th, 2007 at 11:29 pm
i would love to meet in person to Phil. I have watched the show just waiting to see him. You are a real sweet cheeks. If you’re not married i would like either to see him or just talk to him. Love to watch the show & if he’s free i’ll take him ! This is not aprank just being honest, hope to hear from you soon. I would like to send him a picture if that’s what he wants.
Talkatchalater,
Just Me
May 13th, 2007 at 9:12 pm
I love you guys so much! By far you guys are the best fisher men out there! I got all my friends in college watching the show now and all the girls agree that Jake should get more air time cause he’s so cute! haha But I want everyone on Corneilia Marie to know that Boston is routing for you! Be safe and keep up the magic! You guys are wicked awesome! : )
May 13th, 2007 at 8:32 pm
YOU GUYS CAN CATCH A FEW CRAB BUT U GUYS NEED TO BE AROUND THE HANSEN BOYS
May 13th, 2007 at 6:41 pm
Well your engines got messed up last season(twice!) And I know what it costs in an O/T/R truck to do an in-frame So I’m guessing it’s a heck of a lot more as it’s shipboard,and most likely a larger engine And this year your prop busted But you all did fairly well last year and I think you will come out ahead once again this year Love ta go fishin with ya but I’m just too old to be a deckhand! BE SAFE!!!
May 13th, 2007 at 4:23 pm
I hail from the place where the vessel was built, Bayou La Batre, Alabama. Keep up the good work.
May 13th, 2007 at 8:57 am
Hello from the Alamo city again!(go SPURS)……still loving the show……got them recorded and re-watching them!….stay safe……
May 13th, 2007 at 3:48 am
Dear Phil and Crew-You guys are the cat’s meeoww. Have always had a secret crush on Capt. Phil and broke the news to my night staff (work nights at local Psych Unit as an RN). Never miss an episode! if you ever make it to the Big Apple, give me a shout! Would love to show you the sites.
May 12th, 2007 at 10:05 pm
CPT Phil & crew,
I grew up in the PNW and just wanna say I love the show, I am getting ready to go to Iraq again but just wannna say I love watching the show when I am home thanks for that man. Good luck to you and the crew I think you’re all great but I have to side with you and you crew! thanks again.
May 12th, 2007 at 7:24 pm
Hey Captain Phil & Crew…wishing you guys a prosperous and safe journey!
May 12th, 2007 at 5:04 pm
Hey Phil,
Can I borrow your Corvette again? I promise I won’t break it this time… really!
Surprised the heck out of me to see “Cap’n Phil” is now a reality TV star… saw Jim Stinnette (Millard) and he sez your new Harley’s the bomb…
May 12th, 2007 at 3:40 pm
captain phil,
are you married?????
May 12th, 2007 at 1:15 pm
You guys are insane! Still, you’re pretty cool. I wouldn’t be brave enough to go out o a sea in such dangerous conditions (and I’d miss my boyfriend
) Do try to keep safe out there!
May 12th, 2007 at 11:27 am
Hey Phil, can you use another crewmember? i’m an 18 yr us navy vet, on a setnet site in kodiak now(miners pt.) excellent references and very stable work history available……thanks, Tom
May 12th, 2007 at 12:54 am
Everyone has written such wonderful things - and I, like them, am a HUGE fan. What can I say - I LOVE the show and most importantly the Cornelia Marie.
On a more personal note I would like to ask Cpt Phil if when I am out in the Seattle area this fall to teach me how to drive a bike. It is a 50th b’day dream.
You guys rock! Take care, may God bless and keep you all safe. We’ll be watching!
May 11th, 2007 at 11:13 pm
Hey Phil
I have to say you are one sexy captain! But I liked the longer hair. You guys are the best. Take care of your health and your boys and keep catching that crab! Best of luck and God Bless
May 11th, 2007 at 3:23 pm
hey phill
I dont blame you for screwing with blakes gear . I am a lobster fisherman from maine if some new guy spilled a lucky hot tip like that in this area he would never get another . your not the only one that thinks blake is arrogant . ps. maine lobsterman love you guys .
May 11th, 2007 at 1:28 pm
I would like to know if you can get more air time. With all the new boats there is not enough of the Cornelia Marie. Phil you are the best!
May 11th, 2007 at 7:27 am
what’s up done with king crab.How do you guys thank blake did? i thank he
did ok for a green horn Captain.Well cya. NOW GO GET THEM CRAB!!!!!!!!
May 10th, 2007 at 4:23 pm
Hello Captain Phil,
Love your show and am hooked on it now. See, even senior citizens
love you. I certainly admire all of you doing your job. Not everyone
is gifted for that type of dangerous work. My prayers and thoughts go out
to all of you. What a wonderful family you have and working together.
I too, love the ocean but am a rookie sailor. I would never have the guts
to venture out to sea like you do. Thanks to you for all the great crab
you bring back for us. May the Lord bless you and keep you always.
Shari
May 10th, 2007 at 11:38 am
hello there.how is everybody on the cornelia marie?fine i hope. hope that fishing is good.phil you and your guys are amazing.the “crab god’s ” were surely watching over you. after all the problems with the boat and you all still manage to get the crab.stay safe and hpe things go well with all your fishing.
barbara porter
lake panasoffkee,florida.
May 10th, 2007 at 2:50 am
Hi Captain Phil and Crew,
I am an avid fan of Deadliest Catch and you guys are my favorite ship and crew. If I had to work for anyone, it would be you guys. Phil, I was a little worried at first when you talked about the burning ciggerette, the tooth pulling thing, etc. But I have come to realize you are just preparing your sons for the life they have chosen. You are trying to teach them things that will one day help them not only on the job but in life. It is great to see the relationship you and your sons have! I used to be a big fan of the Miami Vice character played by Don Johnson (Sonny Crockett). For realism and someone who has a truely dangerous job, you beat Sonny all to peices. So you are my new fantasy guy! Please stay safe and know that so many of us watching feel like we know and love you. We support you with good thoughts being sent your way. Like every women who watches the show, I would give a lot to be able to spend one season with you as a cook, or just as an observer. But I know how most feel about women on board.
BTW- how may marriage proposals have you received Phil, any for JaKe or Josh yet. I am sure they will be coming!
Sincerely,
Becky Stover
May 10th, 2007 at 12:27 am
Capt Phil - you are the best !!!!! I love watching you and your crew. If I was washed up onto a desert island I’d love to have you and Sig Hansen as castaway mates …. yeee haaa !!!!
Dinah in New Zealand
May 9th, 2007 at 9:46 pm
Phil & Crew:
Once again you guys won. It’s amazing that you can be down for such a long period, and still get back out and catch all that crab. I just don’t think I could do what you all do, but it sure gives us a whole perspective about this type of work. I just don’t think most of us ever thought that this type of job was that dangerous. I have a whole new repect for you and your crew, and the other crab boats out there with you. This show keeps me on the edge of my seat through the whole season. Keep up the great work, and give your sons hell. What a crew.
Blue Skies
Stubby
May 9th, 2007 at 8:34 pm
Hi corneilia marie!
I just started watching about a year ago and am totally caught up in it.I love the sea,but I’m not brave enough to do what you guys do.I sat down to eat king crab about two weeks ago and I swear it was sweeter than ever just knowing what was at stake to bring it to me.Thanks for the crab,and your skill and braveness.I know the money can be great,but so are the risks.anyway,I hope to enjoy many more episodes so take care and I’ll be watching!
May 9th, 2007 at 7:39 pm
Capt. Phil!!! I absolutly love, love you and your crew!!! Stay smart and safe and catch us some crab!
May 9th, 2007 at 4:29 pm
Hi, it’s me again ( I posted a comment a couple weeks ago). First of all, I’m so glad the CM stuff is coming! I definately want a sweatshirt to wear to school. I just wanted to ask (If Cornelia or Phil is reading this) you guys a big favor. I’m a huge fan of the show and Cornelia Marie is definately my favorite boat! Anyway, I am 12 years old and my dad and I both love the show. As a surprise for him, I made a Deadliest Catch board game. If I could send it to CM or somewhere in Dutch Harbor for you, Northwestern, Maverick, and Time Bandit to sign that would be the best surprise for my dad EVER! If not, oh well, and the best of luck this season. By the way, please stay safe. I would hate it if there were any unnecessary injuries on the CM this season.
-Aartdina (pinecone95@adelphia.net)
P.S.- One of these days my dad and I will catch a plane to Dutch Harbor just to see you guys!
May 9th, 2007 at 1:04 pm
capt.phil u make the show keep up the good work and stay safe
May 9th, 2007 at 1:02 pm
capt.phil makes the show worth watching keep up the good work
May 9th, 2007 at 9:40 am
YEAH!! Cornelia Marie got the most king crab!!!!
I love Captain Phil and the crew! Full Pots!
May 9th, 2007 at 7:09 am
I just wanted to say I love the show. The Northwestern used to be my favorite boat until you added Josh to the crew!!! He may be 23 and I may be middle aged but damn! You did good work with that one. Foreget Jake, Josh is the bomb!!!! On a more serious note. You guys have heart and big kahuna’s to do what you do. I have always wanted to visit Alaska, and now every Tuesday I can. I work 3rd shift on Tuesday nights and I wake up at 9 pm just to watch the show then go to work at midnight and watch it again. I am so tired when I get off of work Wednesday morning, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Blake got what he deserved, 3800 lbs short….Ha, Ha, little smart ass. Sorry he is just way to cocky for me. Keep up the good work. Stay safe. Continued success.
May 9th, 2007 at 7:05 am
I can only agree with the others that have sent their praises and heartfelt admiration for all of you! I watch all of the episodes, re-runs, and enjoy it over and over again. Jake is great….I have 3 sons and I would be very proud to have a son like Jake as well….his dad says he “has heart” and that he does. I don’t doubt for a minute he will become a master at this one day. He’s young…it lifts my spirit to see him mature, but I will miss his youthful approach to life one day in the near future! Oh hey wait, I’ll take that back!! You older crew do YOUR share of adolescent pranks as well! I love all of you…..be safe!!
May 8th, 2007 at 10:29 pm
I once had a crabber friend name Walt D. Is he well and having an exiciting life? I had no idea that crabbing was such a difficult job. Seattle was a little more exciting with him around. Thanks for the show. I never thought there was such heavy risk involved–HEROS!!!
May 8th, 2007 at 6:33 pm
I live just outside Seattle, and I have an idea that could make you even more money when the ship is in port. Probably not the first to think of it, but here it is anyway. You guys should open up the Cornelia Marie to tours when your at the Terminal. My guess would be quite a few people would pay $10 bucks a head for a tour. I know I would love to bring my kids to see the boat, and you guys get all that free advertising from Discovery.
May 8th, 2007 at 12:19 pm
sorry jake
May 8th, 2007 at 10:46 am
to the crew love waching you fish. Jack that was the hot thing ever whene you pulled your tooth
May 7th, 2007 at 7:09 pm
Capt. Phil,
The expression on your face when you were piloting through the ice fields gave me a deep sense of the perils seamen have faced time immemorial. What was particularly striking was “the look” in your eyes with your cigarette half hanging out of your mouth–I don’t really have the words to fully describe it, it’s too bad a still shot photographer didn’t catch that moment–it was worthy of being a “Time” magazine cover shot.
And also, your friendship with Sig is special–you two sitting in the bar shooting the “crab.” How many people can say they share that depth of kindred spirit with anyone? It’s poetic to see two “old dogs” who have scoured the world with their worn over battle scars sharing war tales.
Phil, your boys are sweet. I’m sure they are red blooded like any other kids that age, but they are real men in the making. Not to butt in, but maybe you could reconsider the quantity, at least, of smokes. Those boys will appreciate an extra year or two with dear old Dad later on, maybe not now, but later on they will. You wouldn’t have to go cold turkey…I’ll send you a pack of gum to lessen the sting!
Thanks for sharing something real and of lasting impression with the world. You and Sig are taking over where Lance left off.
Aye, aye Capt!
May 7th, 2007 at 4:32 pm
Hey ,Quit hoggin the spotlight and get those guys to do a show on us Alaska trollers…..good on ya
May 7th, 2007 at 4:23 pm
Hi to you all from the Isle of Wight off the south coast of England, just wanted to let you know that me and my family love watching your show and think you are all so brave (i get sea sick on the car ferry to the mainland!) Anyway take care of yourselves and keep on the crab!!!
lots of love steph x
May 7th, 2007 at 2:37 pm
Hi guys!
LOVE you all on the show - it’s the coolest thing on TV, because unlike all those “reality” shows, it’s obvious that you are the REAL real deal.
I live down here in Jersey on Long Beach Island, where the fishing is more “relaxed,” as you would say. Nothing but a bunch of rich dudes who think they’re cool when they pull in a 20 inch striper… BORING!
Obviously, I’ve got nothing holding me here, and I think my chocolate Lab puppy would LOVE the Northwest, and the men of the Cornelia Marie LOL!
So, if anyone’s interested in having an experienced woman wait for her man to return from the sea (I’m a former sailor AND Navy wife, so I’ve had LOTS of experience in dockside reunions…), give me a ring or a holler!
Thanks for all your hard work, stay safe, and can’t wait for next season!
May 7th, 2007 at 12:55 pm
Hey Guys,
I just wanted to say I love the show mainly because you all are on it. Keep up the hard work and please stay safe. It wouldn’t be the same without you!!!
Amanda
May 7th, 2007 at 11:27 am
The Cornelia kicks a**. I love you Phil because you remind me of my step dad. He loves to fish and play pranks on the other fishermen, but cares for the safety of the crew or me and my sister. Usually we sturgeon fish but this year we are going to try crab fishing! I hope we get something. Maybe I could send you a picture. Jake you are so hot!!! Your dad is proud of you but I’m surprised he didn’t smack ya for the boots! Keep up the good work. Phil you should really watch your blood pressure, my mom has bad blood pressure mainly because of me. I hope to watch you guy’s in the years to come. I heard you were from Seattle Washington it’s beautiful there I live about 3hr. south in Vancouver maybe when I see my relatives in Belview maybe I’ll see you. That would be awesome! Good luck on next season.
May 7th, 2007 at 11:22 am
Hello Skipper and crew,
I LOVE Y’ALL!!!
Ok on a more serious note, I have watched this show religiously just to see you all on it. Keep kickin it! And Jake…you look super FINE!!! Hey what can I say I’m an 18 year old girl lookin’ for a REAL man…and REAL men are crab fisherman.
May 7th, 2007 at 9:29 am
Hey phil and crew,
Hope you all are staying safe out there. Jake Love your myspace profile. What a party animal you are. We should go bar hoppin sometime. I bet I could drink you under the table. lol Sorry about what happened to your tooth. I can’t believe you used the pliers to pull it out, and all of it didn’t come out anyways. It all made me cringe. Your allot tougher then any of the guys around here. Everyone here are all pussies.They don’t even like to go out and get some a** let alone do anything that causes pain.lol
May 7th, 2007 at 8:50 am
Y’all are the most kick ass crew on the Bearing sea and all the others!! Keep on the crab boys..oh an duh jake..DAMN YOU LOOK FINE!!!
May 7th, 2007 at 8:25 am
My respects to all of you, …..although the attention you’re getting flatters the soul, nothing in the world changes the cold days and nights, hard labored life, and the missing of your loved ones at home. Brave,…lol…Stubborn ,and quick tempered…only men would try to cheat Death. Affectionate Hugs from a stranger…lol. Best wishes and Prayers to: Phil , Maurry , Mark , Roger , Dave , Jake , Jhosh , and Miss Marie : from ; Lilia , in South Texas
May 7th, 2007 at 8:17 am
We can’t wait for the merchandise !! My son David 4 years old says that Capt. Phil is the BEST captain and he loves ya !!
Take care and be safe,
Allison & David Jones
Battle Creek, Michigan
May 6th, 2007 at 7:19 pm
I can not wait untill the store is open! I look forward to showing off my t-shirts to everyone!!!!!! I love watching the show and I love watching Phill give his crew crap! Keep it up Phil.
May 6th, 2007 at 12:28 pm
i love you phil i get the biggest kick from your sence of humor your sons are great also that josh is a card .keep it up and stay safe. ever in minnesota stop by
May 6th, 2007 at 5:48 am
Dear Caption Phil & Crew,
The Cornella Marie is my favorite crab boat. I love watching Deadliest Catch with my daddy. My favorite deckhand is Jake. I think he did a great job throwing the hook his first time. I like that you throw back the red, juvinile and female crabs that you are not allowed to catch, but I really like when you catch King crabs and Opeleo crabs. I really like when you catch 100 or more crabs in the pot and you make a lot of money
Good luck and please be safe.
Your friend,
Michael (age 5) in PA
May 6th, 2007 at 4:40 am
Dear Capt Phill and crew, I love the show and all of the Captains. I have a tremendous amount of respect. I grew up with one of my dear friends whose family owned several shrimping boats, and while the Gulf of Mexico is a different beast, it is still the call of the sea. They lived it, different than most people, live hard, play hard, respect Mother Nature. My step father was a pilot up on the pipeline and well… I respect you and the rest. I think one of the things that I love so dearly about the CM and you Captain Phil is your obvious love of your sons. You are bold, strong in spirit, as well as physically, yet you are a big enough man to not be afraid to put your sons in their place when the need arises and to both say and show in your eyes and demeanor how much you love them, takes a real man to do that, something rare in this day and age. WE keep the show on at HQ at work in the kitchen ( medics) and when you said your blood pressure everyone in there at the time sort of turned green and was like here give us a vein… let us do something. You have a lot to live for, and a man like you will never be happy living as an invalid if you have a stroke, so think about it.. I am sure that you have already but, even if you can not bring yourself to quit smoking, well, exercise, diet and medication.. keep yourself healthy to guide your two sons out of young adulthood into full manhood. It looks likeJake especially is going to make a life at sea, he deserves to have a father that has kept his crew alive and safe for a very long time, to bring him up to the point where he can be a safe, thinking, conscientous captain and seaman. Good luck to you and your crew, let your sails be full( ok no sails engines run well), let the seas be kind, let the pots be full.